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AD59 JLX

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,942 mi
Last recorded169,942 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD59 JLX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2017 169,942 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 155,666 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 140,731 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 119,235 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2013 98,262 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 75,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 JLX is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JLX, 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 JLX registered?

AD59 JLX is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 10 December 2009.

Is AD59 JLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD59 JLX shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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