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BV09 YXG

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

156,128 mi
Last recorded156,128 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 YXG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 156,128 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 132,079 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 25 Mar 2022 116,360 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 113,009 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 109,858 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2019 106,123 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 101,124 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 96,679 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 91,186 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 91,186 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both Sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2015 85,494 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 75,093 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 67,598 miles

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 27 Mar 2012 58,779 miles

Cut in the offside front tyre cords not visible.

Nearside front tyre worn to 1.6mm on the outer edge.

Offside front tyre worn to 1mm on the outer edge.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BV09 YXG 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 92.9%.

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 BV09 YXG, 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 BV09 YXG registered?

BV09 YXG is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 3 April 2009.

Is BV09 YXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV09 YXG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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