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FY59 FGP

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

143,348 mi
Last recorded143,348 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 FGP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 143,348 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 143,347 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 133,836 miles

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

under trays fitted obscuring view to some underside components.

Pass 5 Aug 2020 124,906 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

n/s/f tyre perished, cracking in the tread

n/s/r tyre perished, cracking in the tread

o/s/f tyre perished, cracking in the tread

o/s/r tyre perished, cracking in the tread

Pass 1 Aug 2019 124,295 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2018 122,798 miles

front brake disc's lipped

front inner brake pads getting low

nsr tyre side wall damage

rear brake disc's slightly corroded

rear inner brake pads getting low

Pass 30 Aug 2017 121,338 miles

kerb damage on alloys and tyre side wall

Pass 1 Aug 2016 111,998 miles

chip in screen

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 21 Aug 2015 107,821 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 107,819 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 97,028 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

l/h/rear tyre cut but notto cords.

Pass 28 Aug 2013 76,392 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 58,885 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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FY59 FGP is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FY59 FGP, 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 FY59 FGP registered?

FY59 FGP is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is FY59 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 FGP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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