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EK59 WCJ

2009 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,754 mi
Last recorded147,754 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 WCJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 147,754 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2023 147,754 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 141,105 miles

Front Chip in windscreen

Pass 10 Nov 2021 133,965 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 129,285 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 123,459 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 113,803 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 104,287 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 94,132 miles

smoke level to low for reading

Pass 11 Nov 2015 84,926 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Nov 2014 73,693 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

smoke level to low for reading

Pass 12 Nov 2014 73,693 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

smoke level to low for reading

Pass 6 Nov 2013 61,962 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

some small cuts in rear tyre tread

Pass 7 Nov 2012 44,121 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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EK59 WCJ is a 2009 BMW 520 in Silver 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 EK59 WCJ, 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 EK59 WCJ registered?

EK59 WCJ is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 13 November 2009.

Is EK59 WCJ safe to buy?

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