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YK59 RCX

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,446 mi
Last recorded145,446 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 145,446 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 135,540 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 128,772 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 117,169 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 103,255 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Feb 2016 92,827 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 78,948 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 78,948 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 56,435 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2013 56,201 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R tyre worn on inner shoulder.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Oct 2013 56,201 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

N/S/R tyre worn on inner shoulder.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2012 40,097 miles

N/S/F Tyre has a slit in sidewall not deep enough to reach cords and the outer shoulder is wearing low

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 RCX is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YK59 RCX, 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 RCX registered?

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

Is YK59 RCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK59 RCX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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