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YH59 LWX

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,401 mi
Last recorded102,401 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2019 102,401 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

handbrake travel

Pass 5 Sep 2018 85,660 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 42,050 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 68,303 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 64,263 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 60,730 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 54,183 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 41,913 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 LWX is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LWX, 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 LWX registered?

YH59 LWX is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 12 October 2009.

Is YH59 LWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH59 LWX shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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