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YH59 DXO

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

114,454 mi
Last recorded114,454 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 114,454 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 104,978 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 99,893 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 99,893 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2022 92,452 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 84,784 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 78,399 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 70,573 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 61,989 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 56,166 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 56,166 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 50,175 miles

Under trays fitted at time of test.

Fail 1 Sep 2016 50,175 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under trays fitted at time of test.

Pass 7 Sep 2015 46,234 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 40,528 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 32,906 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 32,906 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 24,308 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted restricting inspection of sills.

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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YH59 DXO is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 YH59 DXO, 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 DXO registered?

YH59 DXO is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is YH59 DXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH59 DXO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YH59 DXO have outstanding finance?

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