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AK59 UYX

2009 BMW 520

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

139,529 mi
Last recorded139,529 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 UYX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 139,529 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 135,104 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 130,095 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 125,321 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 121,706 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 117,831 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 111,966 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 107,409 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 103,258 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 98,630 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 94,681 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 90,832 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 85,644 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 71,743 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 71,743 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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AK59 UYX is a 2009 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AK59 UYX, 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

How do I check the history of AK59 UYX?

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What year was AK59 UYX registered?

AK59 UYX is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 14 October 2009.

Is AK59 UYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 UYX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK59 UYX have outstanding finance?

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