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AF09 MGX

2009 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,389 mi
Last recorded147,389 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 MGX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2020 147,389 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 138,616 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner faces of both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Dec 2017 130,769 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 123,315 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 116,537 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 110,918 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 104,203 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 100,308 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 81,037 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)

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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AF09 MGX is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AF09 MGX, 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 AF09 MGX registered?

AF09 MGX is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is AF09 MGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 MGX shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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