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YC59 AXN

2009 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

157,445 mi
Last recorded157,445 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 AXN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 157,445 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2024 157,395 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 145,580 miles

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

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 edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 135,313 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 135,053 miles

Seat belt webbing significantly weakened passenger front (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2021 124,021 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 115,022 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 107,398 miles

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

Nearside Front chip on windscreen

engine covered/ lower under trays fitted, limited inspection

Pass 16 Aug 2018 86,600 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 76,786 miles

Nearside Front tyre has abnormal wear

Pass 12 Jul 2016 63,363 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 49,713 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 49,713 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2014 38,419 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 36,460 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 26,046 miles

emissions too lean to register

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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YC59 AXN 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 81.3%.

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 YC59 AXN, 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 YC59 AXN registered?

YC59 AXN is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is YC59 AXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 AXN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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