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YG09 OAO

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

134,949 mi
Last recorded134,949 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 OAO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 134,949 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR INNER (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 121,194 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 111,185 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 105,267 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 97,051 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 92,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 88,043 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 82,015 miles

Offside Front tyre has nail

Pass 22 Jan 2018 76,728 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 70,837 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 64,118 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 56,503 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 47,220 miles

nearside front tyre badly split inside wall

Pass 11 Mar 2013 35,524 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 27,149 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 27,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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YG09 OAO is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YG09 OAO, 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 YG09 OAO registered?

YG09 OAO is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is YG09 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG09 OAO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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