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YK59 OTH

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

170,107 mi
Last recorded170,107 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK59 OTH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 170,107 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2025 166,513 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 161,630 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 153,330 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 141,645 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 132,620 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 124,300 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 110,839 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 93,916 miles

both rear tyres low 2mm

Fail 10 Jan 2018 93,916 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both rear tyres low 2mm

Pass 30 Dec 2016 76,549 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 64,676 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 47,239 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges just meeting mot requirements

Pass 24 Feb 2014 38,114 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2013 31,715 miles

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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YK59 OTH is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YK59 OTH, 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 OTH registered?

YK59 OTH is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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