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YK59 RLV

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

133,834 mi
Last recorded133,834 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK59 RLV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 133,834 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2024 122,827 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 110,107 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 107,855 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 107,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 93,422 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 2 Oct 2020 93,421 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 89,443 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 in rear ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 80,031 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 76,165 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 70,988 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 58,010 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 53,134 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 53,134 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 44,438 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 34,042 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 RLV is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc 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 RLV, 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 RLV registered?

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

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The MOT history for YK59 RLV 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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