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YK09 SZO

2009 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,139 mi
Last recorded125,139 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 SZO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 125,139 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2026 125,092 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2025 112,823 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL Tyres cracking in-between tread bands (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 108,503 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 102,842 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 102,745 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 102,745 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 99,314 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension bellow slightly deteriorated.

Pass 3 Aug 2020 94,475 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 85,479 miles

Front brake discs slightly worn.

Nearside rear and offside rear air suspension bellows slightly perished.

Pass 2 May 2018 78,911 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 71,310 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 71,298 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

all tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 6 May 2016 65,094 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin about 3mm left (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 56,276 miles

Inner front brake pads worn to approx 5 to 6mm.

Inner rear brake pads worn to approx 5 to 6mm.

Pass 29 Apr 2014 49,064 miles

Inner front brake pads worn to approx,4 to 5mm.

Offside rear wheel-inner rim damaged.

Pass 3 Apr 2013 40,149 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2012 28,775 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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YK09 SZO is a 2009 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YK09 SZO, 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 YK09 SZO registered?

YK09 SZO is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 21 April 2009.

Is YK09 SZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK09 SZO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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