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DY59 OPU

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

151,719 mi
Last recorded151,719 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 OPU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 151,719 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2025 151,719 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 145,868 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel but brake efficiency met.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 132,227 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge + perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge 3mm + perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge + perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 122,853 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 115,011 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 99,460 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 88,298 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 83,586 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 77,743 miles

Differential leak quite heavy

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Wiper blades smearing

Fail 24 Nov 2015 77,731 miles

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

Differential leak quite heavy

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Wiper blades smearing

Pass 2 Dec 2014 69,285 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

to clean to diesel test

Pass 30 Sep 2013 58,480 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Oct 2012 48,342 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DY59 OPU is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DY59 OPU, 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 DY59 OPU registered?

DY59 OPU is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is DY59 OPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 OPU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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