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GU59 EUW

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,440 mi
Last recorded138,440 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 EUW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 138,440 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 138,440 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 124,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre side wall damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre side wall damaged

Pass 4 Jul 2015 110,244 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 97,536 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 87,917 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 79,881 miles

front number plate deteriorated

rear disc's corroded

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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GU59 EUW is a 2009 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GU59 EUW, 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 GU59 EUW?

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What year was GU59 EUW registered?

GU59 EUW is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is GU59 EUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 EUW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU59 EUW have outstanding finance?

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