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DK59 GBV

2009 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

117,579 mi
Last recorded117,579 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 5 Series103,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK59 GBV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 117,579 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 110,389 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both rear . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 102,385 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 96,292 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 92,887 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 86,461 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 82,383 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 77,118 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 77,118 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275 40 19, inner edge, (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Dec 2017 72,558 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 66,076 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 57,944 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 57,944 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2014 50,354 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 40,649 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Nov 2013 40,002 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2012 21,269 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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DK59 GBV is a 2009 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 103,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK59 GBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK59 GBV registered?

DK59 GBV is a 2009 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is DK59 GBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK59 GBV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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