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YD09 XGJ

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

197,817 mi
Last recorded197,817 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD09 XGJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 197,817 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi-joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 197,589 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi-joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 184,849 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 175,994 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 175,992 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 163,947 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 152,533 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 139,557 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 129,367 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 120,393 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 110,993 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2016 110,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 101,314 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 89,032 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 80,064 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 68,358 miles

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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YD09 XGJ is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YD09 XGJ, 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.

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What year was YD09 XGJ registered?

YD09 XGJ is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 16 March 2009.

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