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FP59 HLA

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,535 mi
Last recorded126,535 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP59 HLA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 126,535 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 114,091 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 108,333 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 108,333 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 99,654 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 91,597 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 82,116 miles

Nearside Rear tire outer edge and wall worn, but no ply or cords visible

Pass 20 Nov 2015 72,522 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 66,497 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2013 60,756 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 57,680 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

horn weak

off side front coil spring lower mount rubber pad poorly fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2012 57,680 miles

horn weak

off side front coil spring lower mount rubber pad poorly fitted

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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FP59 HLA is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FP59 HLA, 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 FP59 HLA?

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What year was FP59 HLA registered?

FP59 HLA is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is FP59 HLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP59 HLA shows 12 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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