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BV59 USU

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

171,135 mi
Last recorded171,135 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 171,135 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 167,197 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 160,204 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 160,204 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front tyre nail

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

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

engine oil level low

Pass 13 Jun 2015 141,171 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 12 Jul 2014 122,568 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 115,505 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 99,810 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 USU is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 USU, 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 BV59 USU?

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What year was BV59 USU registered?

BV59 USU is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is BV59 USU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV59 USU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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