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FD59 KNB

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,328 mi
Last recorded102,328 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD59 KNB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 102,328 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 97,116 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 89,949 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 82,060 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 73,325 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 64,674 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 61,815 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 61,815 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2019 60,722 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 58,808 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 55,294 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 50,256 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 50,256 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed wearing unevenly (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 10 Feb 2015 45,630 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 40,502 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 36,019 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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FD59 KNB is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FD59 KNB, 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 FD59 KNB registered?

FD59 KNB is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is FD59 KNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD59 KNB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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