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CY59 AKV

2009 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

153,991 mi
Last recorded153,991 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY59 AKV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 153,991 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2019 153,991 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 132,227 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 110,844 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 107,707 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 98,284 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 20 Apr 2015 98,284 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Apr 2014 87,149 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 74,055 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 74,055 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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CY59 AKV is a 2009 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CY59 AKV, 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 CY59 AKV registered?

CY59 AKV is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is CY59 AKV safe to buy?

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