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S509 MST

1999 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

126,285 mi
Last recorded126,285 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 1999 BMW 530136,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS509 MST
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 126,285 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 125,001 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

brake discs pitted

Fail 23 Jul 2021 124,965 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

brake discs pitted

Pass 16 Oct 2018 121,921 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 115,239 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2016 112,505 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 110,012 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 105,737 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 100,338 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 89,519 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 76,529 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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S509 MST is a 1999 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 136,338 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 S509 MST, 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 27 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S509 MST?

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What year was S509 MST registered?

S509 MST is a 1999 BMW 530, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S509 MST safe to buy?

The MOT history for S509 MST shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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