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DS09 EHT

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,261 mi
Last recorded155,261 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 EHT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2020 155,261 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 146,604 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 134,082 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 122,744 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 109,252 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 22 Jul 2015 97,686 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 84,035 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 69,730 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 53,395 miles

o/s/r tyre wearimg low close to legal limit

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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DS09 EHT is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DS09 EHT, 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 DS09 EHT registered?

DS09 EHT is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 16 July 2009.

Is DS09 EHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS09 EHT shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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