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BV09 PYF

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

161,604 mi
Last recorded161,604 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 PYF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 161,604 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 155,686 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2020 155,686 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 153,864 miles

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

hand brake just met legal requirment

Pass 7 Sep 2018 148,048 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 139,756 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 130,609 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 122,133 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 116,205 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 109,789 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 109,789 miles

Rear Air suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 102,483 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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BV09 PYF is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BV09 PYF, 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 BV09 PYF registered?

BV09 PYF is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 March 2009.

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The MOT history for BV09 PYF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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