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YK09 UGM

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

128,254 mi
Last recorded128,254 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 UGM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 128,254 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2024 116,401 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 106,416 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 104,410 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 101,115 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 96,916 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 93,178 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 83,700 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2017 61,017 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 61,017 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 54,893 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 48,189 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 41,929 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 33,524 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 33,524 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 26,541 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 26,541 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 UGM 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 82.4%.

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 UGM, 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 UGM registered?

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

Is YK09 UGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK09 UGM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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