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DN59 KNH

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

228,652 mi
Last recorded228,652 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN59 KNH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 228,652 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2025 221,636 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 210,865 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 200,152 miles

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

Lower under trays fitted

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

Pass 10 Sep 2022 189,510 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Outer Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (d) (i))

screen wash low

Pass 10 Sep 2021 178,129 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 169,792 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 157,188 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 144,193 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 132,112 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 119,100 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 110,540 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 96,492 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2013 82,619 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 69,404 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f jacking point rubber missing.

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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DN59 KNH is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DN59 KNH, 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 DN59 KNH registered?

DN59 KNH is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 9 December 2009.

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