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FV09 DFP

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,167 mi
Last recorded118,167 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 DFP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 118,167 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 115,973 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 114,217 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 111,602 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 109,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 13 Sep 2021 109,120 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Sep 2020 105,936 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 102,116 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 98,700 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 88,879 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 85,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 81,865 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 78,164 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 70,483 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outside edge

Fail 30 May 2012 50,833 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 May 2012 50,833 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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FV09 DFP 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 FV09 DFP, 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 FV09 DFP registered?

FV09 DFP is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 23 June 2009.

Is FV09 DFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV09 DFP 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.

Does FV09 DFP have outstanding finance?

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