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YG59 WRE

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

197,288 mi
Last recorded197,288 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 WRE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2022 197,288 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 193,032 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 189,400 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 181,053 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 173,405 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 163,215 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 148,666 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 148,515 miles

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

nail in n/s/f tyre, outer edge and leaking.

Pass 28 Nov 2014 126,524 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2013 102,735 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 102,564 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 76,849 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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YG59 WRE is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YG59 WRE, 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 WRE registered?

YG59 WRE is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 6 October 2009.

Is YG59 WRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG59 WRE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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