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BK59 DGF

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

143,736 mi
Last recorded143,736 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 DGF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 143,736 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Sep 2024 132,483 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 119,984 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 119,984 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and on the wear bar's (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 110,848 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 108,560 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2020 105,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 98,155 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 98,155 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 90,722 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 85,239 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 76,087 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 59,972 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 44,662 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 36,979 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 28,187 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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BK59 DGF is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BK59 DGF, 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 BK59 DGF registered?

BK59 DGF is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is BK59 DGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK59 DGF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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