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BU09 UML

2009 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

121,906 mi
Last recorded121,906 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 UML
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 121,906 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 114,525 miles

Brake warning light on dash

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad sensor wire not fitted cable tied up and rubbing wheel

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Jan 2017 114,499 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brake warning light on dash

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad sensor wire not fitted cable tied up and rubbing wheel

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 109,028 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

child seat fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2015 103,348 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Feb 2015 103,321 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 93,446 miles

front pads worn

nearside front tyre edges worn

Pass 10 Jan 2013 79,405 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Low diesel emitter

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jan 2013 79,405 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Low diesel emitter

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Feb 2012 58,369 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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BU09 UML is a 2009 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BU09 UML, 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.

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What year was BU09 UML registered?

BU09 UML is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 2 March 2009.

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