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AF09 NPD

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,310 mi
Last recorded156,310 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 NPD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2026 156,310 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 144,773 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 134,854 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 125,397 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 117,126 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 109,395 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 102,976 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 93,815 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 85,233 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight noise

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2017 75,948 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 68,233 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 58,636 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 48,583 miles

Both front tyres out of shape & inner sidewalls cracking.

Pass 23 Mar 2013 39,933 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 30,550 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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AF09 NPD is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AF09 NPD, 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

How do I check the history of AF09 NPD?

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What year was AF09 NPD registered?

AF09 NPD is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is AF09 NPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 NPD shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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