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SN09 NFJ

2009 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

149,104 mi
Last recorded149,104 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN09 NFJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 149,104 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 143,913 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b windscreen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 143,913 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b windscreen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 138,971 miles

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 12 Apr 2023 132,728 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 127,975 miles
Pass 3 May 2021 122,170 miles

advice keep eye on all tyres

advice on further look at hand brake o/s/r

Pass 2 Mar 2020 120,722 miles

advice keep eye on all tyres inside and outside edges

Pass 14 Feb 2019 109,318 miles

advice keep eye on all tyres

Pass 27 Feb 2018 100,506 miles

advice on further look at hand brake o/s/r

Pass 7 Mar 2017 86,746 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 78,176 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 69,157 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 64,973 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SN09 NFJ is a 2009 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc 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 SN09 NFJ, 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

How do I check the history of SN09 NFJ?

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What year was SN09 NFJ registered?

SN09 NFJ is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 18 June 2009.

Is SN09 NFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN09 NFJ 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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