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AD59 CZX

2009 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

176,524 mi
Last recorded176,524 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD59 CZX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 176,524 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 171,810 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 161,370 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 150,776 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 141,657 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 22 Oct 2021 141,657 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Oct 2020 133,801 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 125,474 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2019 125,461 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 119,403 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear wheel has previous welding repair

Pass 2 Nov 2017 113,011 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Mar 2017 110,767 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 107,341 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 107,339 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 101,733 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 91,866 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2012 73,630 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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AD59 CZX is a 2009 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 CZX, 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 AD59 CZX registered?

AD59 CZX is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is AD59 CZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD59 CZX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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