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DS09 GVF

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

228,212 mi
Last recorded228,212 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 228,212 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both o/s & n/s rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both o/s & n/s rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 222,856 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 222,856 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2019 215,228 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 215,228 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 205,620 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 191,397 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 178,568 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 144,982 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 114,928 miles

O/s wiper blade split.

Rear brake pads 3/4 worn.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2012 78,166 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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DS09 GVF is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DS09 GVF, 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.

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What year was DS09 GVF registered?

DS09 GVF is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 6 July 2009.

Is DS09 GVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS09 GVF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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