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CFZ 3728

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

158,311 mi
Last recorded158,311 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFZ 3728
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 158,311 miles

Hand brake lever has no reserve travel

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 151,990 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 141,741 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 137,397 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 133,997 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 133,933 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 132,883 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 21 Nov 2018 132,399 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 128,241 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 128,238 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 127,933 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 125,537 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 118,071 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre slightly perished (225/50/17)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 99,853 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 99,853 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 74,892 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

airbag light on

nsr tyre flat

Fail 3 Aug 2012 74,891 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

airbag light on

front brakes low

nsr tyre flat

wipers poor

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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CFZ 3728 is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 CFZ 3728, 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 CFZ 3728?

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What year was CFZ 3728 registered?

CFZ 3728 is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 11 August 2009.

Is CFZ 3728 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFZ 3728 shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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