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YH59 FLK

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

162,866 mi
Last recorded162,866 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 FLK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 162,866 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2023 156,810 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 140,597 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 115,941 miles

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

Plastic under trays fitted

Fail 24 Jun 2021 115,927 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Plastic under trays fitted

TPS light is on

Pass 29 May 2020 112,899 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 110,393 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 May 2018 100,515 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2017 98,153 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 95,310 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 90,664 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2014 86,799 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 82,299 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 69,177 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 FLK is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FLK, 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 FLK registered?

YH59 FLK is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 19 October 2009.

Is YH59 FLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH59 FLK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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