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YC59 ZCK

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

122,005 mi
Last recorded122,005 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 122,005 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 110,590 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 99,516 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Apr 2020 95,855 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 85,189 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 85,189 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 76,701 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 68,820 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2016 65,744 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

offside front non mandatory side light inoperative

Pass 5 Aug 2015 57,973 miles

both front tyres worn edges

Pass 1 Aug 2014 47,616 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 47,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 31,817 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Nov 2012 31,671 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

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 ZCK is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ZCK, 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 ZCK registered?

YC59 ZCK is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 December 2009.

Is YC59 ZCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 ZCK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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