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DB09 JDB

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

183,541 mi
Last recorded183,541 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB09 JDB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 183,541 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2025 176,882 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 165,446 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 155,627 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 145,006 miles

under covers fitted

Fail 5 Feb 2022 144,878 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

under covers fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2021 137,945 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 133,830 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2020 133,830 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 124,995 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 115,128 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 105,738 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 93,470 miles

Undertrays fitted.

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

Fail 11 Mar 2016 93,464 miles

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

Undertrays fitted.

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 79,710 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 68,281 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Feb 2013 55,487 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

low reading n/s h/brake

sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2012 44,088 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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DB09 JDB is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DB09 JDB, 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 DB09 JDB registered?

DB09 JDB is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is DB09 JDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB09 JDB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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