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LF09 YZN

2009 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

153,560 mi
Last recorded153,560 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF09 YZN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 153,560 miles

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))

Fail 14 Jan 2026 153,536 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 145,857 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 138,583 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 132,948 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 123,430 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 117,172 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 102,164 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2018 95,099 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 88,541 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 85,824 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 80,395 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 74,095 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 68,174 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 68,174 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 53,539 miles

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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LF09 YZN is a 2009 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LF09 YZN, 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 LF09 YZN registered?

LF09 YZN is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is LF09 YZN safe to buy?

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