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AD09 WME

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

153,644 mi
Last recorded153,644 miles
Recorded on15 May 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD09 WME
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2021 153,644 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 137,602 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2020 137,601 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 122,060 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 114,272 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 114,272 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 104,123 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 88,581 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 75,529 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 66,292 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2013 57,263 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 47,789 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 47,789 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 WME is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AD09 WME, 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 AD09 WME registered?

AD09 WME is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 6 July 2009.

Is AD09 WME safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD09 WME shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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