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YH59 EMV

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

99,115 mi
Last recorded99,115 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 EMV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 99,115 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s,slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s,lower arm,front inner bush slight splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o,s outer boots deteriating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 97,850 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 97,168 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 96,895 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 96,421 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 96,210 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 95,992 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 95,992 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 95,231 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 94,559 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 92,384 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 79,994 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 67,636 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 56,794 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 38,588 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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YH59 EMV is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YH59 EMV, 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 YH59 EMV registered?

YH59 EMV is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is YH59 EMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH59 EMV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YH59 EMV have outstanding finance?

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