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YF09 KPL

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,858 mi
Last recorded163,858 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 163,858 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 146,199 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 140,995 miles

Nearside Rear tyre bald inside edge

Fail 11 Jul 2017 140,897 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre bald inside edge

Pass 1 Jul 2016 133,850 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Jul 2016 133,850 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Jul 2015 121,992 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 121,947 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 105,545 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 94,804 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 68,206 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyres wearing on inner edges of tread badley

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

Fail 4 Jul 2012 68,192 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyres wearing on inner edges of tread badley

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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YF09 KPL is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YF09 KPL, 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

How do I check the history of YF09 KPL?

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What year was YF09 KPL registered?

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

Is YF09 KPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF09 KPL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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