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YK59 OSU

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

93,643 mi
Last recorded93,643 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK59 OSU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 93,643 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 84,313 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2025 84,313 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 72,977 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 66,723 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 104,804 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2021 104,769 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 57,088 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2020 57,088 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 53,850 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 44,230 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 42,002 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 39,761 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 May 2015 37,671 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 30,591 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 23,083 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

small stone chips front windscreen.

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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YK59 OSU is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 94,161 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YK59 OSU, 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 YK59 OSU registered?

YK59 OSU is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is YK59 OSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK59 OSU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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