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YK09 UBW

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

212,386 mi
Last recorded212,386 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 UBW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 212,386 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 207,436 miles

CENTRAL STOP LAMP 20% NOT WORKING.

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 207,436 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

CENTRAL STOP LAMP 20% NOT WORKING.

N/S/R REVERSE LAMP INOPERATIVE.

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 197,282 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 194,016 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 186,701 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 170,706 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 161,551 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 156,187 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 148,362 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 139,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 130,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 120,572 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 101,597 miles

front suspension bushes are worn

Fail 24 Feb 2014 101,597 miles

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

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

front suspension bushes are worn

Pass 28 Feb 2013 77,647 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 77,647 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2012 49,752 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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YK09 UBW 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 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 UBW, 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 UBW registered?

YK09 UBW is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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