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FD09 XPV

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

155,023 mi
Last recorded155,023 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD09 XPV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 155,023 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 135,008 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 201,214 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Oct 2020 195,687 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside/offside ()

Pass 2 Apr 2019 189,353 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 seats ()

Pass 20 Apr 2018 111,617 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 111,617 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

front and rear disc lipped

Pass 22 Mar 2017 172,696 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 171,067 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 155,297 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 88,890 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 66,531 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 66,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 May 2012 45,507 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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FD09 XPV is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue 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 FD09 XPV, 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 FD09 XPV?

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What year was FD09 XPV registered?

FD09 XPV is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 23 July 2009.

Is FD09 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD09 XPV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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