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AF59 YGR

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,091 mi
Last recorded155,091 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 YGR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 155,091 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 151,860 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under body covered

Pass 31 Aug 2023 146,605 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

emissions to clean to read

under body covered

Pass 31 Aug 2022 141,798 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

unable to see brake pads

under body covered

Pass 31 Aug 2021 136,013 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))

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

full under try fitted and sills covered

Pass 27 Aug 2020 130,132 miles

Nearside Rear hand brake just met the requirements

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

sills and under body covered

Pass 27 Aug 2019 124,605 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 118,186 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sills and under body covered

Pass 24 Aug 2017 108,178 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

sills and under body covered

Pass 25 Aug 2016 96,075 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 88,395 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2014 81,991 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2013 73,027 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 56,424 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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AF59 YGR is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 100,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF59 YGR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF59 YGR registered?

AF59 YGR is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is AF59 YGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 YGR shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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