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EA59 ODT

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

132,797 mi
Last recorded132,797 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA59 ODT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 132,797 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2025 132,703 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2024 127,749 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement leading bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 122,609 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear pipes (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 117,348 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 113,295 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 108,131 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 102,893 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 96,494 miles

Four led,s inoperative in high level brake lamp

Pass 12 Nov 2017 89,991 miles

both front wiper blades wearing.

engine cover fitted , under trays fitted.

Pass 25 Nov 2016 83,019 miles

Emmisions too low to register

Rear brake pads around 70% worn

Rear tyre treads, around 3mm left

Pass 20 Nov 2015 76,701 miles

Tyre Pressures reset for MOT. 32F 38R.

Pass 17 Nov 2014 70,326 miles

Emissions 0.08, too low for machine to register.

Pass 21 Oct 2013 63,933 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 47,028 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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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EA59 ODT is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EA59 ODT, 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 EA59 ODT?

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What year was EA59 ODT registered?

EA59 ODT is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 11 November 2009.

Is EA59 ODT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA59 ODT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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