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DU09 CSY

2009 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

161,361 mi
Last recorded161,361 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 CSY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 161,361 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 154,262 miles

engine and underbody covers fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2019 148,468 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 142,178 miles

corrosion forming on rear subframe mounts

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 28 Mar 2017 124,484 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and undertray fitted

engine light on

heat sheild on front exhaust loose

Fail 27 Mar 2017 124,484 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and undertray fitted

engine light on

heat sheild on front exhaust loose

Pass 26 Mar 2016 117,760 miles

clutch pedal anti slip missing replace asap

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some underside components

undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Mar 2016 117,760 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

clutch pedal anti slip missing replace asap

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some underside components

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2015 104,780 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 91,309 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Mar 2013 79,808 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 65,108 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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DU09 CSY is a 2009 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DU09 CSY, 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 DU09 CSY registered?

DU09 CSY is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is DU09 CSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU09 CSY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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