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SB59 FPE

2009 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,408 mi
Last recorded81,408 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB59 FPE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 81,408 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 76,412 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 20 Feb 2024 73,369 miles

Nearside Front mirror glass cracked

Pass 6 Mar 2023 72,993 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 72,993 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 72,751 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Glass smashed. ()

Pass 6 Jun 2019 63,734 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 57,472 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 49,368 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 42,393 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 39,409 miles

ADVISE N/S REAR TYRE 2mm

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 33,419 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 26,915 miles

ADVISE N/SIDE REAR TYRE 3mm

ADVISE NAIL IN O/SIDE REAR TYRE

Pass 22 Nov 2012 19,549 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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SB59 FPE is a 2009 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 SB59 FPE, 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 SB59 FPE registered?

SB59 FPE is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is SB59 FPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB59 FPE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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