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YY09 EVK

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

158,000 mi
Last recorded158,000 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY09 EVK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 158,000 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 121,108 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 112,705 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 29 Jan 2021 110,425 miles

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

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Jan 2020 109,323 miles

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

engine cover fitted obscuring some component

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Jan 2019 105,711 miles

engine cover fitted

oil stains on under tray possibly from previously

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 30 Jan 2018 101,563 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2017 99,420 miles

engine covers fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 10 Jan 2017 99,419 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

engine covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2016 97,115 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 93,125 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 89,258 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 83,169 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 May 2012 64,075 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YY09 EVK is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YY09 EVK, 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 YY09 EVK registered?

YY09 EVK is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 8 May 2009.

Is YY09 EVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY09 EVK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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