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DK09 NBN

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

179,772 mi
Last recorded179,772 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 NBN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 179,772 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 179,772 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rears (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 174,572 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 162,528 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 146,788 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 146,788 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 131,993 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 118,773 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 109,524 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 96,748 miles

covers fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2018 89,534 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 80,611 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 74,879 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 67,847 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 59,133 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 NBN is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue 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 DK09 NBN, 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 NBN registered?

DK09 NBN is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 14 August 2009.

Is DK09 NBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK09 NBN 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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