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DU59 UBP

2009 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,773 mi
Last recorded144,773 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU59 UBP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 144,773 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 143,237 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 140,988 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 122,301 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 113,899 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2021 113,899 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 103,076 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 103,076 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 93,227 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 82,741 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 71,760 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 59,284 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 49,975 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 42,340 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 42,334 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 34,301 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 29,132 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 26,963 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres slight outer wear

nsr tyre tread borderline plus inner wear advise replacement 245 40 18

osr tyre tread low 245 40 18 advise replacement

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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DU59 UBP is a 2009 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 DU59 UBP, 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 DU59 UBP registered?

DU59 UBP is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is DU59 UBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU59 UBP shows 18 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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