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YC59 OFE

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

139,792 mi
Last recorded139,792 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 139,792 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 139,249 miles

Both rear brake hoses slightly cracking

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

TPMS light on dash

Pass 4 Oct 2021 137,542 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 137,542 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 132,216 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhaust flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes split as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes split as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside parking brake effort weak

Pass 26 Oct 2019 123,221 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2019 123,221 miles

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

Offside Rear 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))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2018 119,040 miles

Nearside Front brake pad wear indicator not fitted in lining

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front shock absorber piston worn/movement behind dust cover under vehicle weight but no signs of leaking at time of test

Offside parking brake weaker than nearside

Oil leak, but not excessive nearside of engine and sump guard oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

covers/undertrays fitted obscuring test items

Pass 26 Oct 2017 103,058 miles

Front both tyres have sidewall damage

Pass 19 Nov 2016 83,967 miles

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 24 Nov 2015 61,292 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 61,291 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 21 Nov 2015 61,263 miles

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut gaiter ineffective/insecure

Fail 29 Nov 2014 39,593 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

OSF suspension strut dust cover insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2014 39,593 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

OSF suspension strut dust cover insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2013 31,857 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 27 Nov 2013 31,858 miles

Offside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both front tyres close to limit and worn on edges

Fail 1 Dec 2012 26,210 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

emssions too clean to measure

Pass 1 Dec 2012 26,210 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emssions too clean to measure

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 OFE is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 OFE, 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 OFE?

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What year was YC59 OFE registered?

YC59 OFE is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is YC59 OFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 OFE shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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