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YP59 MJE

2009 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

138,247 mi
Last recorded138,247 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP59 MJE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 138,247 miles

Offside Front seat belt slow at retracting

Pass 19 Jan 2023 132,567 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 13 Jan 2022 114,852 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 114,852 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 102,137 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 91,443 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 64,220 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 39,672 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 36,005 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 31,492 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 27,505 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 22,069 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 16,433 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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YP59 MJE is a 2009 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YP59 MJE, 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

How do I check the history of YP59 MJE?

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What year was YP59 MJE registered?

YP59 MJE is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is YP59 MJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP59 MJE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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