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YC59 MXO

2009 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,256 mi
Last recorded84,256 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 MXO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 84,256 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 73,550 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 11 Jan 2016 73,550 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 27 Dec 2014 56,847 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 56,560 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 44,049 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 32,841 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

osr seat belt clip does not always clip in first time

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 MXO is a 2009 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MXO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC59 MXO registered?

YC59 MXO is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is YC59 MXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 MXO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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