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E5 MSN

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,873 mi
Last recorded163,873 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE5 MSN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 163,873 miles

Front stone chip on window

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 150,805 miles

stone chip on window

Pass 23 Oct 2023 141,580 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 130,824 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 126,579 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 124,613 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 121,670 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 117,497 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 112,779 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 109,064 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 103,026 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 94,044 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 75,090 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 56,119 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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E5 MSN is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E5 MSN, 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 E5 MSN?

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What year was E5 MSN registered?

E5 MSN is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is E5 MSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E5 MSN shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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