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YP59 MGU

2009 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

165,417 mi
Last recorded165,417 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP59 MGU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2025 165,417 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 151,582 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 141,452 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 141,354 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 135,660 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 129,447 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 125,279 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2019 120,752 miles

Under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 13 Nov 2018 112,023 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2017 101,958 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 94,056 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 84,269 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 63,941 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Jun 2014 63,904 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 54,051 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YP59 MGU is a 2009 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YP59 MGU, 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 YP59 MGU registered?

YP59 MGU is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is YP59 MGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP59 MGU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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