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DY09 AHZ

2009 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

209,251 mi
Last recorded209,251 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 5 Series103,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY09 AHZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2026 209,251 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 203,809 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 196,535 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 189,588 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 183,855 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 178,151 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 172,911 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 163,749 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 157,361 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 150,339 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 145,004 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 138,934 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2013 117,349 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 87,474 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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DY09 AHZ is a 2009 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 103,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY09 AHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY09 AHZ registered?

DY09 AHZ is a 2009 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is DY09 AHZ safe to buy?

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