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YH59 ZCU

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,963 mi
Last recorded152,963 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2018 152,963 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve inner edge (4.2.B.1a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 141,367 miles

Engine covers fitted

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Service over due

Under trays fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2016 126,379 miles

Emissions to clean to obtain a print out

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2015 125,885 miles

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

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

emissions too clean to obtain printout

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2015 101,616 miles

Emissions to clean to obtain a print out

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Tyre size 245/40/18y

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Dec 2013 69,564 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 69,071 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 48,155 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 ZCU is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey 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 ZCU, 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 ZCU registered?

YH59 ZCU is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 21 October 2009.

Is YH59 ZCU safe to buy?

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