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YX09 XLJ

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

184,104 mi
Last recorded184,104 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX09 XLJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 184,104 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2026 184,104 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 176,202 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2025 176,202 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 154,314 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 135,219 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 116,238 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 109,465 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 106,266 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 93,477 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 74,238 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 73,996 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged flat spot on inner (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged flat spot on inner (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

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

Wipers smearing the screen

Pass 4 Apr 2017 68,542 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 62,557 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 62,540 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 55,962 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 47,977 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 37,849 miles

front tyres worn low on edges

Pass 12 Apr 2012 27,672 miles

Nearside front tyre inner and outer walls are slightly damaged.

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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YX09 XLJ is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 YX09 XLJ, 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 YX09 XLJ registered?

YX09 XLJ is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is YX09 XLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX09 XLJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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