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MJ09 HAL

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

231,472 mi
Last recorded231,472 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ09 HAL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 231,472 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 221,237 miles

Front windscreen chipped but less than 10mm

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 211,309 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 198,491 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front windscreen chipped but less than 10mm

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 190,332 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 190,285 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 180,199 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 167,384 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 167,384 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2017 153,815 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 149,268 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 148,830 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 140,139 miles

under trays fitted emission clean no print out

Pass 26 Nov 2014 135,805 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2013 131,067 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 124,367 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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MJ09 HAL is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 94,161 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 MJ09 HAL, 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 MJ09 HAL registered?

MJ09 HAL is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is MJ09 HAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ09 HAL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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