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M555 RSG

2009 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

141,791 mi
Last recorded141,791 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM555 RSG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2025 141,791 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 140,665 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 139,741 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 138,246 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 134,296 miles

Handbrake effort at n/s lazy ut pulling enough overall

Rear flexi brake hoses cracking

Rear suspension arms front bushes becoming worn

Pass 12 Oct 2019 130,994 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 127,047 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2018 127,047 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2017 120,141 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 111,677 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 102,373 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 88,734 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 73,265 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 58,011 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 49,315 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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M555 RSG is a 2009 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M555 RSG, 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 M555 RSG registered?

M555 RSG is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 4 March 2009.

Is M555 RSG safe to buy?

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