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FY09 EPL

2009 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

135,163 mi
Last recorded135,163 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 EPL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 135,163 miles

Both front tyres perished

Brake flexi hoses deteriorated

Emissions too clean blip not detected

Front control arm bushes deteriorated

Front registration plate deteriorated

Offside mirror casing damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 17 Sep 2018 128,187 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 128,187 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear drive door mirror (3.3 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2017 89,122 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 81,704 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 81,704 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2014 70,565 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 55,718 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 55,715 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 42,490 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 29,795 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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FY09 EPL is a 2009 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY09 EPL, 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 FY09 EPL registered?

FY09 EPL is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is FY09 EPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY09 EPL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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