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YD59 LVZ

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,688 mi
Last recorded159,688 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD59 LVZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 159,688 miles

3x stone chips in window-screen

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from exhaust flexi (but not excessive) (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 135,572 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

handbrake lever high

Pass 14 Sep 2017 121,971 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 108,640 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 108,639 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 91,074 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in the tread

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 91,074 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in the tread

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 72,430 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 59,027 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Sep 2013 59,021 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2013 58,697 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 44,931 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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YD59 LVZ is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YD59 LVZ, 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 YD59 LVZ registered?

YD59 LVZ is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is YD59 LVZ safe to buy?

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