2009 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · FH09 HKE

The 2009 BMW 520 currently holds a valid MOT certificate, passing its most recent test on 22 December 2025 at 178,906 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable and currently robust. Although the record shows two failed tests in December 2023 and December 2024, both were immediately retaken and passed on the exact same day at identical mileages. This pattern indicates minor, easily rectified issues rather than chronic mechanical failures or neglected defects. The annual mileage accumulation sits at roughly 10,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The progression is consistent, moving from 160,716 miles in December 2023 to 168,069 miles in December 2024, and reaching 178,906 miles in December 2025. The 2025 test reflects a slightly higher annual accumulation of nearly 11,000 miles compared to the 7,300 miles covered the previous year, suggesting increased recent use, but no alarming gaps or rapid drops in the odometer reading exist. A clean MOT record offers reassurance, but a 17-year-old saloon with nearly 179,000 miles demands a thorough physical inspection. The absence of advisories in the history provides no insight into the condition of typical BMW aging components. A buyer must inspect the underbody for structural corrosion, check the exhaust system for leaks or deterioration, and examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear. Brake disc thickness and caliper operation also require verification, as high-mileage vehicles often suffer from binding calipers or lipping on the discs that may not trigger an MOT failure until they reach a critical threshold.