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YC59 BDO

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,825 mi
Last recorded124,825 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 BDO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 124,825 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 95,196 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 67,001 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (3.5.1n)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH SIDES (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 67,001 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front Halfshaft stud loose (4.2.B.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH SIDES (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 66,911 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 66,371 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 57,459 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jul 2015 57,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2014 46,478 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jul 2014 46,478 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2013 36,673 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2012 29,757 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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YC59 BDO is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 100,384 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC59 BDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YC59 BDO registered?

YC59 BDO is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 25 November 2009.

Is YC59 BDO safe to buy?

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