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DN09 ZJU

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

119,716 mi
Last recorded119,716 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN09 ZJU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 119,716 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 112,329 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 105,017 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 94,400 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 31 May 2022 86,597 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 79,299 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2021 79,281 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2255017 RF (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 75,779 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre tyre on 3 mm tread runflat tyre ()

Pass 24 May 2019 69,571 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 225 50 17 RF (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 64,474 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 61,287 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 53,701 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 50,632 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 48,243 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 45,280 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 37,900 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DN09 ZJU 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 DN09 ZJU, 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 DN09 ZJU registered?

DN09 ZJU is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is DN09 ZJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN09 ZJU 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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