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EXZ 5173

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

204,966 mi
Last recorded204,966 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXZ 5173
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 204,966 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 189,511 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 166,307 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 149,464 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 138,877 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 138,870 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 122,951 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 120,763 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

under trays fitted

Fail 14 Sep 2012 55,196 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 55,196 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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EXZ 5173 is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EXZ 5173, 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 EXZ 5173 registered?

EXZ 5173 is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is EXZ 5173 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXZ 5173 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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