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YH59 DTZ

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,886 mi
Last recorded122,886 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 DTZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 122,886 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 121,145 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 115,225 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 108,724 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Jun 2021 104,325 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 100,973 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp inoperative

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft damaged but serviceable driveshaft leaking grease (6.1.7 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged both rear hoses perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower suspension arm front inner bushes de-bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 94,912 miles

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

Rear Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 1 Jun 2018 89,403 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 84,779 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 78,423 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 72,138 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Engine cover fitted obscuring some testable items

Nail in offside front tyre tread

Under tray fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 2 Oct 2014 61,493 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Dec 2013 53,725 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 46,030 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 46,030 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 46,016 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

all tyres are wearing low on inner edges

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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YH59 DTZ is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YH59 DTZ, 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 YH59 DTZ registered?

YH59 DTZ is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 14 October 2009.

Is YH59 DTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH59 DTZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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