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SF59 HKV

2009 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

198,595 mi
Last recorded198,595 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF59 HKV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 198,595 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 176,331 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2016 176,322 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 165,448 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 165,445 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 144,600 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 144,600 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 143,006 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 103,385 miles

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

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

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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SF59 HKV is a 2009 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SF59 HKV, 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 SF59 HKV registered?

SF59 HKV is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 1 November 2009.

Is SF59 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF59 HKV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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