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AD59 CZH

2009 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

130,676 mi
Last recorded130,676 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD59 CZH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 130,676 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 126,244 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 119,508 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 111,628 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 107,652 miles

Engine covers,under trays and over sills restricting full inspection

Front shock absorbers weak

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 107,558 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers,under trays and over sills restricting full inspection

Front shock absorbers weak

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 100,741 miles

Engine covers,under trays and over sills restricting full inspection

Fail 5 Jul 2019 100,639 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine covers,under trays and over sills restricting full inspection

Pass 13 Jul 2018 95,249 miles

Engine covers,under trays and over sills restricting full inspection

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And cracking,no cords expossed (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 82,799 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 71,289 miles

Airbag light reset

Fail 30 Jun 2016 71,289 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 63,902 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 55,165 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 48,370 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 37,722 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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AD59 CZH is a 2009 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AD59 CZH, 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 AD59 CZH?

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What year was AD59 CZH registered?

AD59 CZH is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is AD59 CZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD59 CZH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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