MOT Status
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147,381 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
oil residue engine area's
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
under tray fitted
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
handbrake effort on limits
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Under trays fitted
Brake pad(s) locking device missing both rear (3.5.1l)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
advise rear tyres worn inner section & low tread
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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AB04 RDU is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.
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 AB04 RDU, 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.
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What year was AB04 RDU registered?
AB04 RDU is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 24 April 2009.
Is AB04 RDU safe to buy?
The MOT history for AB04 RDU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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