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YX09 ZKF

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

183,048 mi
Last recorded183,048 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX09 ZKF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Dec 2019 183,048 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Emissions not tested Leak from number three fuel injector (8.2.2.2 (e))

Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))

Exhaust center silencer, internal baffles broken and loose

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres on 2mm of tread - 275/30ZR19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 160,931 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 150,780 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 150,740 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 132,720 miles

Nail in O/S/R tyre

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 121,939 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 100,903 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2013 71,407 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Apr 2012 44,511 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 17,204 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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YX09 ZKF is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YX09 ZKF, 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 YX09 ZKF registered?

YX09 ZKF is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is YX09 ZKF safe to buy?

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