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YC59 NMJ

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,340 mi
Last recorded98,340 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 NMJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2023 98,340 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 98,136 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 96,410 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 95,755 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 94,643 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 93,336 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 90,835 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 73,734 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 51,262 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

nearside front tyre outer sidewall has a cut not deep enough to reach ply or cords

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 NMJ is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NMJ, 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

How do I check the history of YC59 NMJ?

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What year was YC59 NMJ registered?

YC59 NMJ is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is YC59 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 NMJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC59 NMJ have outstanding finance?

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