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KU09 LPF

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

176,796 mi
Last recorded176,796 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 LPF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2023 176,796 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2022 168,614 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 157,964 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 134,370 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 128,801 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 123,322 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 117,896 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 81,973 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

underbody covered in concrete like material

Pass 27 Feb 2012 47,822 miles

emissions to low to measure (ok)

many underpanels fitted

n/s/r tyre has nick in tyre outer wall

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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KU09 LPF is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KU09 LPF, 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.

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What year was KU09 LPF registered?

KU09 LPF is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 4 March 2009.

Is KU09 LPF safe to buy?

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