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BK59 FBN

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,749 mi
Last recorded76,749 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 FBN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 76,749 miles

Offside Front damage to tread by plug repair

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 Sep 2015 76,748 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front damage to tread by plug repair

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 62,460 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 49,296 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 38,537 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 38,537 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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BK59 FBN is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BK59 FBN, 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 FBN registered?

BK59 FBN is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is BK59 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK59 FBN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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