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DY59 WLU

2009 BMW 520

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

169,994 mi
Last recorded169,994 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 WLU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 169,994 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s n/s rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 169,855 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s n/s rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 158,972 miles

o/s rear tyre on 2mm

Pass 15 Apr 2024 149,331 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 142,254 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 135,888 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 128,354 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 124,826 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2020 124,822 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2019 117,196 miles

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))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 105,601 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 95,896 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 82,714 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 69,319 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 51,258 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 30,931 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 28,798 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 28,624 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DY59 WLU is a 2009 BMW 520 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DY59 WLU, 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 DY59 WLU registered?

DY59 WLU is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is DY59 WLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 WLU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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