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YK59 KCV

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

169,499 mi
Last recorded169,499 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK59 KCV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 169,499 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2017 169,499 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2016 167,588 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2016 167,588 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 156,587 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 143,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2013 130,112 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Aug 2012 95,112 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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YK59 KCV is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK59 KCV, 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 YK59 KCV registered?

YK59 KCV is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is YK59 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK59 KCV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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