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M44 AFE

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

142,377 mi
Last recorded142,377 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM44 AFE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 142,377 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2024 128,035 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2023 123,888 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 117,681 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 114,151 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 107,636 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 104,772 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 100,423 miles

Oil leak rear diff ()

Fail 19 Feb 2018 100,417 miles

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing excessively worn prop shaft front bearing (2.4.G.4d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak rear diff ()

Pass 17 Nov 2016 82,733 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 82,733 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick INNER (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick INNER (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 69,335 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 53,082 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 44,607 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 34,457 miles

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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M44 AFE is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M44 AFE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M44 AFE registered?

M44 AFE is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 12 December 2009.

Is M44 AFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M44 AFE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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