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DU09 UAY

2009 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

182,531 mi
Last recorded182,531 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 UAY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 182,531 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 179,918 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 179,918 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2024 167,633 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 164,338 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 156,314 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 141,819 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 141,810 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x two (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2020 134,764 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 124,172 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 115,709 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 106,635 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 98,723 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 88,828 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 80,746 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 80,743 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 78,482 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 74,978 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 74,976 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 59,670 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 59,601 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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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DU09 UAY is a 2009 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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

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 DU09 UAY, 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 DU09 UAY registered?

DU09 UAY is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is DU09 UAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU09 UAY shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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