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YP09 JYW

2009 BMW 520

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

227,605 mi
Last recorded227,605 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP09 JYW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 227,605 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 216,799 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 203,352 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 189,439 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 177,272 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear drive shaft joint slight grease leak both side rear

Pass 9 Jul 2020 169,070 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/18 97Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Under trays fitted not allowing for full inspection

Pass 11 Jul 2019 163,276 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 154,034 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 125,429 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 113,442 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 113,442 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and advise both dipped beam light out put (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 105,933 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2014 96,684 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 89,762 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 73,942 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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YP09 JYW is a 2009 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YP09 JYW, 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 YP09 JYW registered?

YP09 JYW is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 May 2009.

Is YP09 JYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP09 JYW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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