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AY59 ZPH

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

170,648 mi
Last recorded170,648 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY59 ZPH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2023 170,648 miles

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 165,715 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 159,152 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 152,002 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2020 152,002 miles

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

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 139,546 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 129,296 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 118,097 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 113,466 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 105,793 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 92,947 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 11 Oct 2013 79,222 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 69,627 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 21 Sep 2012 69,470 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

offside front tyre wearing inner edge

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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AY59 ZPH 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 85.7%.

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 AY59 ZPH, 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 AY59 ZPH registered?

AY59 ZPH is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AY59 ZPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY59 ZPH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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