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AO59 KFC

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,643 mi
Last recorded142,643 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 KFC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 142,643 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 130,820 miles

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

all wheels have been welded

Pass 8 Sep 2022 123,336 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 123,336 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 115,925 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 115,924 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2019 106,385 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 106,346 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2018 93,560 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 79,112 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 67,253 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 56,529 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 47,093 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2013 33,695 miles

smoke test to clean to read

Fail 10 Oct 2013 33,695 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front tyres worn on inner edges

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Aug 2013 33,185 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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AO59 KFC is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AO59 KFC, 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.

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What year was AO59 KFC registered?

AO59 KFC is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is AO59 KFC safe to buy?

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