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YH59 EPD

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

136,906 mi
Last recorded136,906 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 EPD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 136,906 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 120,663 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Jul 2025 120,663 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 114,313 miles

both rear tyres worn smooth on inner edges

Pass 27 Jun 2023 108,037 miles

front tca bushes worn

Fail 27 Jun 2023 108,037 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

front tca bushes worn

Pass 8 Jul 2022 102,249 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 93,356 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 85,220 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 76,551 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 55,170 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 49,129 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 48,389 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 47,416 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 43,394 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 40,238 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 37,523 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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YH59 EPD is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EPD, 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 EPD registered?

YH59 EPD is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 10 October 2009.

Is YH59 EPD safe to buy?

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