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AY59 ZRR

2009 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,786 mi
Last recorded160,786 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY59 ZRR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 160,786 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2026 160,786 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre also has a cut in the inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge and worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 157,280 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front brake sensor not attached to pad

Nearside Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front and rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2025 157,276 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front brake sensor not attached to pad

Nearside Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front and rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 155,264 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jan 2024 155,251 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 152,344 miles

Offside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Rear diff leaking oil

Pass 29 Nov 2021 137,780 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 129,781 miles

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 29 Nov 2019 120,992 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing low

Pass 26 Nov 2018 112,312 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 104,580 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 94,063 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 84,905 miles

brake pad warning light on

Pass 3 Dec 2014 73,959 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 61,046 miles

slight cut in the nearside tyre

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 42,237 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 42,237 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 ZRR is a 2009 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZRR, 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 ZRR registered?

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

Is AY59 ZRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY59 ZRR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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