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YC09 TYF

2009 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

213,645 mi
Last recorded213,645 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 TYF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 213,645 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 200,356 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 185,220 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 173,994 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 163,603 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 159,484 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 156,755 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 156,755 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 143,572 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 126,581 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 109,827 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 95,289 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 75,424 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 57,509 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2013 51,730 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

vehicle emissions too clean to register on smoke meter

windscreen wipers smearing slightly

Pass 28 Jun 2012 37,270 miles

Emissions to low to test [this is not a fault ]

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 TYF is a 2009 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 TYF, 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 TYF registered?

YC09 TYF is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 10 July 2009.

Is YC09 TYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 TYF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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