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BT09 EXP

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

223,869 mi
Last recorded223,869 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT09 EXP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2024 223,869 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 223,761 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 178,132 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2018

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2017 174,732 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Oct 2017 174,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2016 170,236 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 165,753 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 165,753 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 147,510 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 133,629 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 119,577 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 119,577 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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BT09 EXP is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BT09 EXP, 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 BT09 EXP registered?

BT09 EXP is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 12 August 2009.

Is BT09 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT09 EXP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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