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HY59 MGX

2009 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

166,244 mi
Last recorded166,244 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 5 Series103,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY59 MGX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2023 166,244 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 159,395 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 152,456 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2020 146,310 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Feb 2020 146,301 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 138,263 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 137,966 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2018 127,616 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 113,181 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 106,543 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 100,011 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 91,614 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 73,190 miles

emmissions too lean to register

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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HY59 MGX is a 2009 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HY59 MGX, 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 HY59 MGX registered?

HY59 MGX is a 2009 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 November 2009.

Is HY59 MGX safe to buy?

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