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YC09 CAU

2009 BMW 535

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

93,736 mi
Last recorded93,736 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 CAU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2024 93,736 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 91,470 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 91,416 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 82,633 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 73,908 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 64,763 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 53,927 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 44,082 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 39,666 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 36,829 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 33,055 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 29,705 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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YC09 CAU is a 2009 BMW 535 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YC09 CAU, 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

How do I check the history of YC09 CAU?

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What year was YC09 CAU registered?

YC09 CAU is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 18 May 2009.

Is YC09 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 CAU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC09 CAU have outstanding finance?

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