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YK59 PNF

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

174,126 mi
Last recorded174,126 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 174,126 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 159,956 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2025 159,955 miles

Nearside Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 146,964 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 137,025 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 115,475 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 110,508 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 99,303 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 93,594 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 93,585 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 82,852 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2753520 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 69,653 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 68,947 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 68,947 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 59,544 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 48,609 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 40,985 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jul 2014 40,873 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2013 32,350 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off and near side rear tyres tread show uneven wear and are bald at the edge.

Fail 8 Jul 2013 32,248 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off and near side rear tyres tread show uneven wear and are bald at the edge.

off side front tyre tread shows uneven wear and is virtually bald at the edge.

Pass 22 Jun 2012 18,786 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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YK59 PNF is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PNF, 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 PNF registered?

YK59 PNF is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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