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YP59 XSG

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

171,544 mi
Last recorded171,544 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP59 XSG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 171,544 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 164,767 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2024 164,767 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 155,701 miles

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

park brake has low reserve travel

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2022 150,401 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Central under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 18 Nov 2021 140,431 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 18 Nov 2021 140,431 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 132,468 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 127,865 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

corrosion to rear anti roll bar

slight play in rear suspension joints

Fail 31 Jan 2020 127,865 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

corrosion to rear anti roll bar

slight play in rear suspension joints

Pass 28 Jan 2019 117,849 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 117,849 miles

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 107,874 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 98,580 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 88,483 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 77,819 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 77,819 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 63,775 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 46,754 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 XSG is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 YP59 XSG, 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.

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What year was YP59 XSG registered?

YP59 XSG is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 10 December 2009.

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