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CU59 MXR

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

122,415 mi
Last recorded122,415 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU59 MXR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 122,415 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test toy in drivers view ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 112,511 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 111,935 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 109,896 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Aug 2022 109,896 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Sep 2021 108,236 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Sep 2020 106,397 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 17 Sep 2020 106,397 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Jul 2019 101,628 miles

oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2018 95,300 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 89,532 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 67,613 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2014 47,334 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 43,473 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 38,441 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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CU59 MXR 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 86.7%.

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 CU59 MXR, 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 CU59 MXR registered?

CU59 MXR is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 24 December 2009.

Is CU59 MXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU59 MXR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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