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BG59 VMD

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

143,947 mi
Last recorded143,947 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 VMD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 143,947 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 138,305 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 133,598 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 115,071 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 102,582 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 84,321 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 84,321 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Dec 2017 75,004 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 68,296 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 63,106 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 51,703 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2015 51,703 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2014 40,790 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 34,047 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 32,162 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BG59 VMD is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BG59 VMD, 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 BG59 VMD registered?

BG59 VMD is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is BG59 VMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 VMD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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