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AD09 FSN

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

187,532 mi
Last recorded187,532 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD09 FSN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 187,532 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Feb 2023 187,530 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing both side nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 170,090 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 160,078 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 155,043 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 146,057 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Jan 2019 146,057 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 128,831 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 105,736 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rears (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 90,895 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2014 77,670 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 60,049 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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AD09 FSN is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AD09 FSN, 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 AD09 FSN?

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What year was AD09 FSN registered?

AD09 FSN is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 9 June 2009.

Is AD09 FSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD09 FSN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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