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DK59 ZZH

2009 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

196,837 mi
Last recorded196,837 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK59 ZZH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 196,837 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 186,291 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 177,240 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 171,569 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 165,073 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 165,027 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear pad sensor damaged

Pass 10 Mar 2018 154,950 miles

Chips in windscreen

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 149,050 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 137,381 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 130,093 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 112,805 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 109,153 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 90,124 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 69,194 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 ZZH is a 2009 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DK59 ZZH, 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 ZZH registered?

DK59 ZZH is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is DK59 ZZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK59 ZZH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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