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BN59 LSV

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

130,054 mi
Last recorded130,054 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 130,054 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 130,054 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 116,718 miles

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

both rear tyres worn low

Pass 6 Mar 2017 103,602 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 100,969 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

emissions too clean to test

Pass 19 Jun 2015 96,958 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2014 85,557 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 70,537 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 70,421 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 53,199 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 LSV is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LSV, 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 LSV?

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What year was BN59 LSV registered?

BN59 LSV is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is BN59 LSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 LSV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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