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AM09 YZO

2009 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

156,452 mi
Last recorded156,452 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM09 YZO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 156,452 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 154,560 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 152,689 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 140,924 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2022 131,420 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 126,978 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 126,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2020 124,486 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 118,704 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 112,993 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 106,754 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 99,096 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 90,538 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 79,227 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 64,832 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 49,379 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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AM09 YZO is a 2009 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 95,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM09 YZO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM09 YZO registered?

AM09 YZO is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 3 April 2009.

Is AM09 YZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM09 YZO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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