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SN59 GFX

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

176,668 mi
Last recorded176,668 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN59 GFX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 176,668 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 166,326 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 161,001 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 158,061 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 154,155 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 145,014 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 135,723 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 122,011 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 112,321 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 103,825 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a nail in the tread

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in the tread

both front tyres wearing on the outer edges

Pass 17 Mar 2015 97,317 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 84,623 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2012 61,460 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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SN59 GFX is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SN59 GFX, 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 SN59 GFX?

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What year was SN59 GFX registered?

SN59 GFX is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is SN59 GFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN59 GFX shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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