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YG59 NTT

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

130,981 mi
Last recorded130,981 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 NTT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2020 130,981 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 130,951 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 113,347 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 102,354 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

under tray fitted

Fail 27 Jun 2017 102,354 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2016 90,377 miles

both front tyres wearing off inner edge

Fail 10 Jun 2015 74,580 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front wipers smear

Pass 10 Jun 2015 74,580 miles

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

front wipers smear

Fail 10 Jun 2015 74,579 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

front wipers smear

Pass 24 Jun 2014 61,207 miles

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

car may req new front wipers

Fail 24 Jun 2014 61,207 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

car may req new front wipers

Pass 30 Jul 2013 53,344 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 53,343 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 42,305 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

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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YG59 NTT 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 57.1%.

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 YG59 NTT, 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 YG59 NTT registered?

YG59 NTT is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is YG59 NTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG59 NTT shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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