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FP09 TTY

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,624 mi
Last recorded70,624 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 TTY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 70,624 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 70,312 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 70,162 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 69,727 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 68,240 miles

Nearside Front 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 16 Jul 2021 67,233 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 66,460 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2020 66,442 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2019 64,169 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2019 64,169 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 61,078 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 56,856 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 47,746 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 41,237 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 36,216 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 29,552 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres worn uneven

Fail 16 May 2013 29,552 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres worn uneven

Pass 9 May 2012 21,610 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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FP09 TTY is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FP09 TTY, 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 FP09 TTY registered?

FP09 TTY is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 22 May 2009.

Is FP09 TTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP09 TTY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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