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YT59 BHP

2009 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

132,004 mi
Last recorded132,004 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT59 BHP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 132,004 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 125,948 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2024 125,945 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 119,547 miles

rear diff slightly leaking

Pass 10 Sep 2022 113,712 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 106,256 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 101,813 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 101,048 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 100,904 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 99,082 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 97,637 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 95,019 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 88,240 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 74,529 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 65,444 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 BHP 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 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 YT59 BHP, 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 BHP registered?

YT59 BHP is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is YT59 BHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT59 BHP 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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