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M17 LOD

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

156,759 mi
Last recorded156,759 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 LOD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 156,759 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 145,010 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 139,582 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 132,500 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 122,965 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 105,914 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 93,251 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2012 78,710 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 78,697 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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M17 LOD is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 94,161 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M17 LOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M17 LOD registered?

M17 LOD is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is M17 LOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M17 LOD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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