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DK59 GVL

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

202,629 mi
Last recorded202,629 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK59 GVL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 202,629 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 198,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 175,603 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 157,732 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 157,580 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 145,699 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 145,556 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 143,186 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 139,534 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 135,998 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 135,937 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 119,274 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 109,902 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 106,349 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 106,349 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault airbag (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 101,969 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush worn (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 91,895 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 79,945 miles

o/s/f tyre worn inside edge

Fail 24 Sep 2014 79,945 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

o/s/f tyre worn inside edge

Pass 12 Oct 2013 70,083 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 63,249 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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DK59 GVL is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DK59 GVL, 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 DK59 GVL registered?

DK59 GVL is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is DK59 GVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK59 GVL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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