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BN59 JZC

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

157,167 mi
Last recorded157,167 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 JZC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 157,167 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 150,283 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 150,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 143,165 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 133,617 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 114,500 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 96,629 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 93,497 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 87,178 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

front pad sensor incorrectly fitted

Fail 27 Aug 2015 87,178 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

front pad sensor incorrectly fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2014 77,915 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 66,757 miles

both rear tyres 2mm tread depth

Pass 28 Sep 2012 59,234 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 55,872 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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BN59 JZC is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BN59 JZC, 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

How do I check the history of BN59 JZC?

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What year was BN59 JZC registered?

BN59 JZC is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is BN59 JZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 JZC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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