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AE59 JLX

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

99,653 mi
Last recorded99,653 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE59 JLX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 99,653 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 92,093 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 83,002 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 77,087 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 70,340 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 65,468 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 60,630 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 57,821 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2017 52,518 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Aug 2016 48,406 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2015 44,288 miles

front tyres slightly out of shape on inner edge

Pass 20 Aug 2014 38,695 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 34,701 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Aug 2013 34,701 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 30,415 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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AE59 JLX is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey 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 AE59 JLX, 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 AE59 JLX registered?

AE59 JLX is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AE59 JLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE59 JLX 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.

Does AE59 JLX have outstanding finance?

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