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LD09 UWA

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

161,355 mi
Last recorded161,355 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD09 UWA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 161,355 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 146,977 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 146,977 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 131,717 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 102,597 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 99,021 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 108,895 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 May 2013 69,708 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 69,622 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 69,622 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 59,171 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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LD09 UWA is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LD09 UWA, 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 LD09 UWA registered?

LD09 UWA is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 21 April 2009.

Is LD09 UWA safe to buy?

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