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YC09 TXV

2009 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

185,071 mi
Last recorded185,071 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 TXV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2025 185,071 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 170,886 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 157,881 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened inner tie rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 150,309 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 150,267 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 138,300 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 132,912 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 117,757 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 105,121 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 87,155 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 84,317 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 71,895 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 61,268 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 58,330 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 TXV is a 2009 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 TXV, 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 YC09 TXV registered?

YC09 TXV is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 8 July 2009.

Is YC09 TXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 TXV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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