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AK59 UZJ

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,991 mi
Last recorded174,991 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 UZJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2023 174,991 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 165,549 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 152,205 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 147,890 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 138,844 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 5 Sep 2018 133,637 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 128,261 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2016 124,400 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Aug 2015 120,291 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 112,185 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 88,740 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 64,878 miles

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

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

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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AK59 UZJ is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AK59 UZJ, 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 AK59 UZJ registered?

AK59 UZJ is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 3 October 2009.

Is AK59 UZJ safe to buy?

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