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AO09 EZG

2009 BMW 520

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

204,493 mi
Last recorded204,493 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 EZG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 204,493 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 194,014 miles

Lower Undertrays and panels fitted

Fail 10 Oct 2024 193,885 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road Cracked along central drivers view of the road. (3.2 (a) (ii))

Lower Undertrays and panels fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2023 183,886 miles

trays and covers fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2022 173,437 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Fail 3 Oct 2022 173,437 miles

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

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 24 Sep 2021 168,316 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2020 164,246 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 156,158 miles

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

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

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2018 149,948 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 143,948 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 221,550 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 130,846 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 112,200 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2013 95,862 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 71,831 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 71,814 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 66,945 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 66,847 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 66,847 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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AO09 EZG is a 2009 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AO09 EZG, 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 AO09 EZG registered?

AO09 EZG is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is AO09 EZG safe to buy?

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