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EK09 LUD

2009 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,595 mi
Last recorded94,595 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK09 LUD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2026 94,595 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 86,028 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 84,913 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 24 May 2023 83,441 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 82,078 miles

Rear Both tyres are getting low centre of tread approx 3mm

Rear Brake pads getting low

Pass 24 May 2021 81,166 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 80,330 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 79,256 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 25 May 2018 77,819 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 76,863 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 75,145 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 72,639 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2014 70,162 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2013 68,497 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 66,265 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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EK09 LUD is a 2009 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 EK09 LUD, 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 EK09 LUD registered?

EK09 LUD is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 26 May 2009.

Is EK09 LUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK09 LUD shows 15 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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