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GV09 WWJ

2009 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

153,780 mi
Last recorded153,780 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 WWJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 153,780 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 153,771 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 149,023 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2024 149,021 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 141,258 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 135,027 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Light lens slightly damaged

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 129,435 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 129,435 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 121,004 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most forward both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 115,767 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 106,093 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 99,181 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 89,350 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 82,173 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 74,725 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 66,087 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 56,753 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 56,753 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GV09 WWJ 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 GV09 WWJ, 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 GV09 WWJ registered?

GV09 WWJ is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 18 August 2009.

Is GV09 WWJ safe to buy?

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