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YH59 GJY

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

172,474 mi
Last recorded172,474 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 172,474 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 170,279 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 167,738 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 160,068 miles

Plastic undersheilds fitted may require further

Pass 29 Nov 2019 146,053 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 128,936 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 121,433 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 115,839 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 115,837 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 114,110 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 102,617 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 91,398 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Mar 2014 91,398 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Sep 2013 82,876 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Sep 2013 82,876 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Sep 2012 61,821 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 GJY 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 81.3%.

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 GJY, 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 GJY registered?

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

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The MOT history for YH59 GJY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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