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YT59 KXF

2009 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

203,186 mi
Last recorded203,186 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT59 KXF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2022 203,186 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2021 186,908 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 183,065 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 183,057 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2019 183,057 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 179,627 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 179,627 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 167,453 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 Aug 2017 167,453 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Aug 2016 144,947 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 127,048 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 114,100 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 114,100 miles

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 94,266 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 72,028 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 72,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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 KXF is a 2009 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 YT59 KXF, 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 KXF registered?

YT59 KXF is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is YT59 KXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT59 KXF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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