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YD59 UOF

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

155,592 mi
Last recorded155,592 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD59 UOF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 155,592 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2025 147,953 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Change soon. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Change soon. ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive From rear differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of the underneath of the vehicle.

Pass 5 Jan 2024 138,527 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 125,900 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arm bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 114,271 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess both rear perishing (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning has led,s not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Front wiper linkage modified

Fail 4 Jan 2022 114,268 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess both rear perishing (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning has led,s not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Front wiper linkage modified

Pass 2 Jan 2021 109,875 miles

Central Rear Lower Hydraulic leak, but not excessive around differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

engine cover and under-trays fitted

front wipers blade squeaking

Pass 3 Jan 2020 106,774 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 101,881 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 95,186 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 83,224 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 65,906 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 53,822 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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 41,217 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 33,561 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall

nearside front jacking block insecure

nearside front tyre bald on edges

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 UOF is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YD59 UOF, 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 UOF registered?

YD59 UOF is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is YD59 UOF safe to buy?

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