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A17 SGF

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,332 mi
Last recorded139,332 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 SGF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 139,332 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 134,311 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 130,586 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 126,845 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 121,433 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 117,718 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 116,813 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 112,180 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 105,891 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 98,060 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 91,128 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 82,747 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 73,387 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 60,328 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 57,216 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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A17 SGF is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A17 SGF, 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 A17 SGF?

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What year was A17 SGF registered?

A17 SGF is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is A17 SGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 SGF shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A17 SGF have outstanding finance?

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