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EK59 ZTS

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

150,722 mi
Last recorded150,722 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 ZTS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 150,722 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 146,082 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 134,524 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 134,427 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 113,965 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 94,989 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 77,208 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 63,438 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 63,438 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 57,422 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 52,030 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Nov 2017 52,030 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 41,633 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 27,638 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 22,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 22,861 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 18,149 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Nov 2013 18,149 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 14,835 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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EK59 ZTS is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZTS, 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 ZTS registered?

EK59 ZTS is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 6 November 2009.

Is EK59 ZTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK59 ZTS shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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