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B16 LGM

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,171 mi
Last recorded83,171 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 LGM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 83,171 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 73,931 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 62,803 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 52,195 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Jan 2013 41,249 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 41,249 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 30,257 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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B16 LGM is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B16 LGM, 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 B16 LGM registered?

B16 LGM is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 13 February 2009.

Is B16 LGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 LGM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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