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DG59 ZHY

2009 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

100,350 mi
Last recorded100,350 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52369,332 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 ZHY
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 100,350 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 99,496 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Lower engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 97,828 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Lower engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 May 2024 97,827 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Lower engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 92,524 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + cut to outer sidewall 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 89,435 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 79,146 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 79,146 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 64,638 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 61,943 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 58,392 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 53,808 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 47,700 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 41,345 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 36,894 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 30,503 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 22,577 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 523?

Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
5,849
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
20,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,085
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,427
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,285
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DG59 ZHY is a 2009 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 69,332 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 523 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 17,201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG59 ZHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 523 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DG59 ZHY?

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What year was DG59 ZHY registered?

DG59 ZHY is a 2009 BMW 523, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is DG59 ZHY safe to buy?

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