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SP09 XJG

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

167,074 mi
Last recorded167,074 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 XJG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 167,074 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 161,814 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 155,947 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 155,655 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2022 150,026 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 142,388 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 136,064 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 125,301 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 125,301 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2018 115,446 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2018 115,446 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 106,600 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 97,115 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 97,115 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 85,085 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 69,998 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 69,998 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 56,710 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 56,710 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 41,773 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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SP09 XJG is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SP09 XJG, 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 SP09 XJG registered?

SP09 XJG is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 19 March 2009.

Is SP09 XJG safe to buy?

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