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BV59 LUP

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

104,788 mi
Last recorded104,788 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 LUP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 104,788 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 103,098 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 99,509 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 95,896 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 92,209 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 88,002 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 82,137 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 61,098 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 53,337 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 24 Aug 2017 53,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 50,278 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 45,175 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 16,890 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 31,387 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 23,847 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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BV59 LUP is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BV59 LUP, 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 BV59 LUP registered?

BV59 LUP is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is BV59 LUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV59 LUP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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