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BK59 LSZ

2009 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

167,237 mi
Last recorded167,237 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 LSZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 167,237 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear subframe bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped in zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 161,963 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Covers and undertray fitted

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 157,114 miles

Rear pads are low

Covers and undertray fitted

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front downpipe flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 151,894 miles

Covers and undertray fitted

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From Cat flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped in z in B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 145,606 miles

Covers and undertray fitted

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Cat flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 139,009 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 132,438 miles

Covers and under tray fitted

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Cat flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front tyre starting to go bald on inner edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front tyre starting to go bald on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 121,600 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Under tray and engine covers fitted unable to fully inspect

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 108,573 miles

Under tray fitted unable to fully inspect

Fail 2 Nov 2017 108,562 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit starting to go bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under tray fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 5 Nov 2016 94,567 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 82,019 miles

Offside Front starting to go bald on inner edge

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 72,856 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 63,793 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 61,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

emissioms too low to read

Pass 24 Sep 2012 61,719 miles

emissioms too low to read

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 LSZ is a 2009 BMW 520 in Silver 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 LSZ, 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 LSZ registered?

BK59 LSZ is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 15 October 2009.

Is BK59 LSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK59 LSZ 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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