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YG09 XPK

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

134,653 mi
Last recorded134,653 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 XPK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 134,653 miles

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

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

Unable to see top of rear springs due to design

Pass 13 Sep 2024 126,503 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 6 Sep 2024 126,459 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front brake wear sensor loose

Pass 1 Sep 2023 117,458 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracked at edge of tread, also slight wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 111,912 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 105,578 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 102,947 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 98,720 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 91,983 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, approx 3mm in places (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 86,590 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 79,155 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 71,921 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 64,383 miles

front brake pads approx 3 - 4mm

rear tyres approx 3 - 3.5mm - front tyres slightly wearing on edges and slightly cracked on tread

Pass 14 Sep 2013 56,985 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 51,402 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Oct 2011 47,292 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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YG09 XPK is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YG09 XPK, 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 YG09 XPK registered?

YG09 XPK is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 10 June 2009.

Is YG09 XPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG09 XPK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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