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GN59 ODE

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,520 mi
Last recorded119,520 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN59 ODE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 119,520 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 116,884 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2025 116,883 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 111,893 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Jan 2023 108,289 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 104,200 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Dec 2020 98,956 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 98,953 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 92,046 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 May 2019 92,046 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 92,015 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 72,228 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 72,225 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 70,898 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on edge

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 61,848 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 51,550 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 35,790 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

front tyres slightly perished

Pass 3 Sep 2012 32,664 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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GN59 ODE is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GN59 ODE, 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 GN59 ODE registered?

GN59 ODE is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is GN59 ODE safe to buy?

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