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BD59 OKL

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

149,857 mi
Last recorded149,857 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD59 OKL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 149,857 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 135,990 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 133,687 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 120,663 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

both front disc shields loose

Fail 22 Jun 2022 120,617 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

both front disc shields loose

Pass 23 Jun 2021 106,181 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 103,958 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 87,034 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 87,029 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 65,458 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 56,655 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 56,624 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 46,661 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge of tread.

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge of tread.

Oil leak on engine.

Pass 17 Dec 2014 37,960 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 30,558 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 30,558 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2012 23,372 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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BD59 OKL is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BD59 OKL, 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

How do I check the history of BD59 OKL?

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What year was BD59 OKL registered?

BD59 OKL is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is BD59 OKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD59 OKL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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