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CU59 OTP

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

167,103 mi
Last recorded167,103 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2023 167,103 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 157,050 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 135,361 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 135,049 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 123,731 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 94,932 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 78,289 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 78,279 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 May 2014 57,491 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 37,576 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2012 19,586 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 OTP is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OTP, 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 CU59 OTP?

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What year was CU59 OTP registered?

CU59 OTP is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is CU59 OTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU59 OTP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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