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YF09 KBU

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,931 mi
Last recorded128,931 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 KBU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 128,931 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2023 128,931 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 116,781 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 112,745 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2019 101,090 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 92,916 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 92,807 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure nsr tyre has splits on inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure osr tyre has splits in inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 May 2017 80,973 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has cut in sidewall

Pass 25 May 2016 70,028 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 58,533 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 51,408 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 37,775 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 28,696 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 17,614 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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YF09 KBU is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YF09 KBU, 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 YF09 KBU registered?

YF09 KBU is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is YF09 KBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF09 KBU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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