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CA09 KHO

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,803 mi
Last recorded140,803 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA09 KHO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 140,803 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 131,426 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 125,351 miles

Manufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 15 Dec 2022 123,011 miles

Manufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 23 Dec 2021 119,350 miles

Manufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 8 Dec 2020 116,226 miles

Manufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 8 Jul 2019 112,573 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 105,581 miles

Manufactures engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 30 Jun 2017 94,985 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 85,048 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2015 71,412 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 55,715 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 40,099 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 40,099 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 14 Jun 2012 27,441 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2012 27,403 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)

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

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

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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CA09 KHO is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 CA09 KHO, 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 CA09 KHO registered?

CA09 KHO is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 25 June 2009.

Is CA09 KHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA09 KHO shows 16 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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