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YH59 GUX

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

90,470 mi
Last recorded90,470 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 90,470 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 90,470 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 84,973 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Lens damaged

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 77,823 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Lens damaged

Pass 11 Aug 2021 71,490 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 67,414 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 62,216 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 56,489 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 51,678 miles

Nearside Front tyre damaged in tread

Pass 20 Sep 2016 46,734 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 46,734 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 40,201 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 40,201 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 34,209 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 27,139 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 22,078 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 GUX is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black 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 GUX, 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 GUX registered?

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

Is YH59 GUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH59 GUX 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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