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YE59 AKG

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

114,673 mi
Last recorded114,673 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE59 AKG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 114,673 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 108,127 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 95,606 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 95,606 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 85,458 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 80,920 miles

lower covers and engine covers fitted

Fail 14 Aug 2019 80,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

lower covers and engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2018 73,720 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2018 73,720 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 67,507 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 67,505 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 56,779 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 56,779 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 48,688 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 41,626 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2014 41,626 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 32,309 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 32,306 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 27,079 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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YE59 AKG is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 YE59 AKG, 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 YE59 AKG registered?

YE59 AKG is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is YE59 AKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE59 AKG shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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