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BK09 TTV

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

168,896 mi
Last recorded168,896 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 TTV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 168,896 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

offside rear tyre side wall has small cracks

Pass 12 Apr 2018 148,108 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 138,863 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 118,048 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 118,047 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2014 95,512 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Apr 2013 69,099 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 45,326 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 45,326 miles

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

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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BK09 TTV is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BK09 TTV, 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 BK09 TTV registered?

BK09 TTV is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is BK09 TTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK09 TTV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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