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BD59 HVT

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

178,092 mi
Last recorded178,092 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD59 HVT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 178,092 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 169,091 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 161,593 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 155,470 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 4 Dec 2020 155,470 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 Oct 2019 147,550 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 139,911 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 131,247 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 121,806 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 110,011 miles

Engine covers/Undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Oct 2014 103,823 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 82,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 82,261 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 58,847 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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BD59 HVT 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 85.7%.

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 BD59 HVT, 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 BD59 HVT registered?

BD59 HVT is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 21 December 2009.

Is BD59 HVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD59 HVT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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