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CV59 WDO

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

157,944 mi
Last recorded157,944 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV59 WDO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 157,944 miles

Rear diff leaking oil

Fail 24 Nov 2025 157,944 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low os ns (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear diff leaking oil

Pass 25 Nov 2024 150,609 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 137,349 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 118,301 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2022 118,099 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 115,297 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 113,338 miles

Rear brake discs corroded.

Rear tyres worn on inner edge.

Under trays fitted on.

Pass 19 Oct 2018 111,351 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 105,903 miles

Offside Front wiper worn but still clear the windscreen.

Rear brake disc's slightly corroded.

Under trays fitted.

Pass 23 Sep 2016 100,467 miles

Rear brake disc's slightly corroded.

Under trays fitted.

Pass 22 Sep 2015 92,518 miles

oil misting around rear differential.

rear brake discs pitted.

Pass 19 Sep 2014 83,293 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front tyres wearing on outer edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2013 74,167 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 54,266 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R tyre on 2mm, O/S/R tyre 3mm, limit is 1.6mm

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

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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CV59 WDO is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey 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 CV59 WDO, 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 CV59 WDO registered?

CV59 WDO is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 October 2009.

Is CV59 WDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV59 WDO 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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