CarVerify

Free Car Check

LC09 VML

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,705 mi
Last recorded147,705 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 VML
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 147,705 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 141,448 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 135,027 miles

Nearside Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror glass frosty (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2018 128,909 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under body covers fitted

Fail 19 May 2018 128,909 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under body covers fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2017 125,124 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 121,021 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 24 Jun 2016 121,021 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 50% inbalance (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 115,620 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2014 108,506 miles

rear brake low

Pass 19 Jun 2013 105,376 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 94,156 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
Full BMW 525 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LC09 VML is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LC09 VML, 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

How do I check the history of LC09 VML?

You can check the full history of LC09 VML by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LC09 VML registered?

LC09 VML is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is LC09 VML safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC09 VML shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LC09 VML have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LC09 VML. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.