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BK09 TVA

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

192,504 mi
Last recorded192,504 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 TVA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 192,504 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 182,874 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 164,040 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 164,037 miles

Offside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Pass 19 May 2022 151,929 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 143,305 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 139,468 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 130,035 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 121,109 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 110,309 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 101,232 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 91,658 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 77,489 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 50,777 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front tyre devoiding of tread on both edges

offside front tyre devoid of tread on inner shoulder,and worn outer

Pass 20 Oct 2011 24,720 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front wipers poor

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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BK09 TVA is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 93,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK09 TVA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK09 TVA registered?

BK09 TVA is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is BK09 TVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK09 TVA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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