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BF09 FWE

2009 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

193,092 mi
Last recorded193,092 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF09 FWE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 193,092 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 186,623 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 168,874 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 156,042 miles

Nearside Front condensation headlight

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

Pass 17 Jul 2021 143,236 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 1 ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Jul 2020 130,951 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 123,979 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 116,304 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

kerb damage nearside front tyre and wheel

Pass 27 Apr 2017 110,666 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 102,993 miles

offside front Tyre worn smooth on outer shoulder

Pass 30 Apr 2015 94,235 miles

rear brake pads worn close to limits

Pass 1 May 2014 82,127 miles

E.M.L. on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2013 69,890 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 69,883 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside front tyre has cut/damage to outer kerbing band but not quite deep enough to reach ply or cords.

Pass 29 Feb 2012 58,555 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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BF09 FWE is a 2009 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BF09 FWE, 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 BF09 FWE registered?

BF09 FWE is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 15 March 2009.

Is BF09 FWE safe to buy?

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