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DY09 AGZ

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

156,752 mi
Last recorded156,752 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY09 AGZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 156,752 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 156,751 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 148,599 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2024 148,598 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 140,530 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 131,562 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 129,921 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 126,213 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 117,798 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 111,848 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 104,650 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 97,830 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 90,094 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 83,220 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 May 2013 77,676 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2012 68,582 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 May 2012 68,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DY09 AGZ is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DY09 AGZ, 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

How do I check the history of DY09 AGZ?

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What year was DY09 AGZ registered?

DY09 AGZ is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is DY09 AGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY09 AGZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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