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AF59 JDZ

2009 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

89,995 mi
Last recorded89,995 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 JDZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 89,995 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 80,767 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 80,767 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 76,972 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 70,291 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 64,430 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 60,807 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 54,075 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 47,488 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 45,682 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 43,470 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 41,055 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 35,536 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 34,145 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 33,091 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 24,419 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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AF59 JDZ 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 93.8%.

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 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 AF59 JDZ, 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 AF59 JDZ?

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What year was AF59 JDZ registered?

AF59 JDZ is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AF59 JDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 JDZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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