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S222 UDY

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

234,448 mi
Last recorded234,448 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS222 UDY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 234,448 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 229,050 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 229,049 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2024 211,165 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 210,709 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 194,395 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022
Fail 13 Jan 2022

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 164,648 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 153,624 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 143,964 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 129,432 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 110,756 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 110,744 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 88,828 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 77,082 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 59,730 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 58,336 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Cut in N/S/F tyre tread no cord visable

Pass 10 Sep 2012 45,979 miles

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

nearside inner front tyre bold on raised tread section

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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S222 UDY is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 S222 UDY, 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 S222 UDY registered?

S222 UDY is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is S222 UDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S222 UDY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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