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HV59 YKU

2009 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

160,466 mi
Last recorded160,466 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 5 Series103,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 YKU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 160,466 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 148,918 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 129,821 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 125,697 miles

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

Nearside Front halo ring not working

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 119,230 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 113,722 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 101,747 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 89,496 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 13 Sep 2016 82,723 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 82,723 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Jun 2015 76,968 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 71,734 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 62,583 miles

slight oil lear from rear differential

Fail 3 Sep 2013 62,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight oil lear from rear differential

Pass 19 Sep 2012 44,261 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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HV59 YKU is a 2009 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 103,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV59 YKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV59 YKU registered?

HV59 YKU is a 2009 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is HV59 YKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 YKU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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