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MJ59 OHP

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

96,027 mi
Last recorded96,027 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ59 OHP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2020 96,027 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 96,027 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 90,059 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2020 90,058 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump making a noise ,suspect blockage (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 81,097 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 81,091 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 67,178 miles

Lower vehicle has under trays obscuring some inspections,advise

Rear no emissions detected,advise

Fail 8 Nov 2017 67,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick brake pads too low (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both brake discs pitted and weak (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick brake pads too low (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both brake discs pitted and weak (3.5.1i)

Lower vehicle has under trays obscuring some inspections,advise

Rear no emissions detected,advise

Pass 3 Nov 2016 56,543 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted, obscuring view to some components

Pass 30 Oct 2015 47,150 miles

Rear tyres perished both sides

engine and under body tray fitted

Nearside Front tyre perished

Pass 27 Nov 2014 41,428 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 41,428 miles

Offside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2013 36,318 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 27,373 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 OHP is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OHP, 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 OHP registered?

MJ59 OHP is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 27 November 2009.

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