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LB09 JNF

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

82,178 mi
Last recorded82,178 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB09 JNF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 82,178 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 74,746 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 63,463 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 45,734 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 40,024 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 39,006 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Os front fog bulb is not fitted correctly

Os front lower arm joint boot is perishing

Fail 11 Jun 2020 39,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed In centre of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Os front fog bulb is not fitted correctly

Os front lower arm joint boot is perishing

Pass 4 Jun 2019 36,375 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2019 36,374 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front wipers juddering/smearing.

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 32,471 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 32,471 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 30,375 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 28,663 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 25,902 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 22,775 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 22,775 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 19,158 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 16,268 miles

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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LB09 JNF is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LB09 JNF, 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 LB09 JNF registered?

LB09 JNF is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is LB09 JNF safe to buy?

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