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YE58 WZF

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

175,556 mi
Last recorded175,556 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE58 WZF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 175,556 miles

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

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2025 175,556 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 165,902 miles

Front Lower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 155,091 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

covers + shields fitted

handbrake travel

Fail 14 Feb 2022 155,090 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

covers + shields fitted

handbrake travel

Pass 29 Dec 2020 148,163 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 147,008 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 142,154 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 134,939 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 123,262 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 113,400 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 102,251 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 91,425 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 81,865 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 69,421 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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YE58 WZF is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YE58 WZF, 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 YE58 WZF registered?

YE58 WZF is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 13 January 2009.

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The MOT history for YE58 WZF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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