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MJ59 FSG

2009 BMW 530

Purple Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

181,415 mi
Last recorded181,415 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ59 FSG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 181,415 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2025 181,415 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 162,323 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 236,341 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 130,709 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 110,667 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 92,212 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 78,842 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge, perishing in-between the tyre tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 73,098 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 69,386 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 60,998 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 55,975 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 51,288 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 51,288 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 47,637 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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MJ59 FSG is a 2009 BMW 530 in Purple 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 MJ59 FSG, 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 MJ59 FSG registered?

MJ59 FSG is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 25 November 2009.

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