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YT59 BFZ

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,488 mi
Last recorded120,488 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT59 BFZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 120,488 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2025 120,425 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 108,416 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2024 108,416 miles

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

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

Central Rear Lower Seat belt installation causes a three point belt lap section to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant centre seat belt buckle not present when tested (10.1 (u))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 97,601 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 89,355 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 83,279 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 76,532 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2019 72,029 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 65,691 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Sep 2017 60,393 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 53,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 48,660 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 43,171 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 37,473 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 32,898 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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YT59 BFZ is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YT59 BFZ, 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 YT59 BFZ registered?

YT59 BFZ is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 10 September 2009.

Is YT59 BFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT59 BFZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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