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RV59 XYH

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

93,272 mi
Last recorded93,272 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 XYH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 93,272 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Jan 2025 93,271 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 81,946 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 67,519 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 61,880 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 61,880 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 60,348 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 57,578 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 54,058 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 49,277 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 41,553 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 35,402 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 29,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 20,544 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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RV59 XYH is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RV59 XYH, 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 RV59 XYH registered?

RV59 XYH is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is RV59 XYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 XYH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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