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BK09 DJY

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

279,005 mi
Last recorded279,005 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 DJY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 279,005 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 268,460 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 268,377 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 251,567 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 239,071 miles

Both front tyres worn on both edges

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside front brake pads approx 3/4 worn

Offside rear brake disc inner face pitted

Rear tyres approaching legal wear limits in centres of treads

Fail 19 Sep 2022 239,071 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both front tyres worn on both edges

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside front brake pads approx 3/4 worn

Offside rear brake disc inner face pitted

Rear tyres approaching legal wear limits in centres of treads

Pass 13 Sep 2021 220,042 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 197,682 miles

Front roadwheels slightly distorted

Nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge

Offside front tyre worn to the legal limit on inner edge

Offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge

Fail 19 Sep 2020 197,682 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front roadwheels slightly distorted

Nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge

Offside front tyre worn to the legal limit on inner edge

Offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge

Pass 14 Sep 2019 178,613 miles

Front roadwheels slightly distorted

Nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit

Fail 13 Sep 2019 178,613 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front roadwheels slightly distorted

Nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit

Pass 24 Aug 2018 157,709 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 157,635 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 136,931 miles

Both front tyres worn close to legal wear limit markers on inner edges of treads

Nearside rear tyre approaching legal wear limit

Pass 27 Aug 2016 117,325 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 117,325 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 94,099 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 94,099 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 58,977 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 52,331 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 49,378 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 47,349 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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BK09 DJY is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 BK09 DJY, 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 BK09 DJY registered?

BK09 DJY is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 26 March 2009.

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