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AFZ 4514

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

176,671 mi
Last recorded176,671 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 4514
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 176,671 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 9 Aug 2022 176,671 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

under tray fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2021 158,395 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 155,204 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 149,667 miles

Nearside Front Seat does not go back and fourth

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 May 2019 149,667 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat does not go back and fourth

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 143,424 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 135,915 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 125,289 miles

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON - ADVISE REPLACE FRONT BRAKE PADS A.S.A.P.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 May 2016 125,289 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON - ADVISE REPLACE FRONT BRAKE PADS A.S.A.P.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 May 2015 100,928 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

handbrake warning lamp on

Pass 7 May 2014 73,451 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 73,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

front tyres showing sings of perishing

Pass 17 Dec 2012 33,613 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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AFZ 4514 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 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AFZ 4514, 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 AFZ 4514 registered?

AFZ 4514 is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is AFZ 4514 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFZ 4514 shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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