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FN09 HTX

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

145,826 mi
Last recorded145,826 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN09 HTX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 145,826 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 139,711 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 1st flexible section, (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged on outer wall, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

n/s/r parking brake low reading, n/s 127kgf o/s 290 kgf

Pass 4 Jan 2022 134,122 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arms bushes starting to lift on edges (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 121,378 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 114,333 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 109,196 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 104,170 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 95,448 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 86,705 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 74,796 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 58,569 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 51,077 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 44,000 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2012 44,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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FN09 HTX 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 92.9%.

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 FN09 HTX, 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 FN09 HTX registered?

FN09 HTX is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is FN09 HTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN09 HTX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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