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GU59 MWM

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

168,941 mi
Last recorded168,941 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 MWM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 168,941 miles

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

offside wiper arm faulty

Pass 18 Jan 2024 161,764 miles

Chips in windscreen NOT in drivers view

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside front brake pad warning sensor loose NOT fitted into brake pads

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 161,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Chips in windscreen NOT in drivers view

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside front brake pad warning sensor loose NOT fitted into brake pads

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 150,198 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front inner (front axel) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front inner (rear axel) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 137,404 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2020 121,342 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Sep 2020 121,342 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 104,911 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 92,344 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 78,384 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 64,697 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 64,697 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 49,839 miles

Items removed prior to test

Nearside Front Sidewall damage no cords exposed

Nearside Rear Nail

Offside Front Sidewall damage no cords exposed

Pass 8 Sep 2014 37,976 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 27,183 miles

front tyres bald on edges

Pass 6 Sep 2012 18,816 miles

Nearside rear tyre ON legal limit of wear, recommend urgent attention.

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 MWM 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 81.3%.

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 MWM, 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 GU59 MWM registered?

GU59 MWM is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 9 September 2009.

Is GU59 MWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 MWM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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