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DK09 EZW

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

154,730 mi
Last recorded154,730 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 EZW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 154,730 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Jun 2025 154,730 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 141,276 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 139,520 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 136,338 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 131,402 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2020 123,407 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2019 102,628 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 93,056 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 87,606 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 May 2016 80,640 miles

Offside Rear slight wear on tyre inner shoulder

Pass 23 Oct 2015 76,744 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 71,898 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 59,991 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 48,110 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 32,253 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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DK09 EZW is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DK09 EZW, 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 DK09 EZW registered?

DK09 EZW is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 16 June 2009.

Is DK09 EZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK09 EZW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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