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YC59 BEJ

2009 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

177,242 mi
Last recorded177,242 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 BEJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 177,242 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 163,699 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2023 156,459 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 140,277 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 127,160 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 122,365 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning top brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 122,364 miles

Offside Rear Reversing lamp switch does not operate automatically when reverse gear is selected (4.6.3 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning top brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 115,880 miles

emissions to lean wont register

Pass 4 Oct 2018 107,200 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 103,575 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 99,570 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 87,682 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 73,782 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2013 59,174 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 42,181 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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YC59 BEJ is a 2009 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BEJ, 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 BEJ registered?

YC59 BEJ is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is YC59 BEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 BEJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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