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A3 WFA

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

55,857 mi
Last recorded55,857 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 WFA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 55,857 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 54,841 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 53,572 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 52,147 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 50,914 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 49,345 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 47,504 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 44,852 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 41,886 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 41,886 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 38,998 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 35,591 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 31,033 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2013 25,995 miles

small cuts in all tyres

Pass 20 Sep 2012 22,515 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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A3 WFA is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 A3 WFA, 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 A3 WFA?

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What year was A3 WFA registered?

A3 WFA is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is A3 WFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 WFA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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