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BG09 RXL

2009 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

105,232 mi
Last recorded105,232 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 RXL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 105,232 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 98,346 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 95,383 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 93,247 miles

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 93,247 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Marked in yellow. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 90,739 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 90,739 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing Wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 85,065 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 85,064 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 79,391 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 14 Oct 2017 79,391 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 73,278 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 67,878 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 67,872 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 57,992 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 48,515 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 39,656 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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BG09 RXL is a 2009 BMW 530 in Blue 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 BG09 RXL, 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 BG09 RXL registered?

BG09 RXL is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is BG09 RXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 RXL 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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