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E15 VKY

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

86,552 mi
Last recorded86,552 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE15 VKY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2022 86,552 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 79,311 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 79,311 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 71,190 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 64,479 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Jan 2019 61,336 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2018 57,967 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracked but not showing cords

Offside Front tyre cracked but not showing cords

Pass 4 Jan 2017 52,822 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 48,067 miles

Rear both tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Jan 2015 42,975 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 42,975 miles

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

both front tyres wearing thin on both edges

Pass 24 Oct 2014 41,050 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 41,050 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 32,780 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 30,496 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 24,868 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 20,418 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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E15 VKY 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 E15 VKY, 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 E15 VKY registered?

E15 VKY is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is E15 VKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E15 VKY 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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