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LG09 CTX

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,527 mi
Last recorded73,527 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 CTX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2022 73,527 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 73,024 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 67,801 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 63,539 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 63,539 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 47,042 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 51,802 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 45,608 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 41,229 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 35,285 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 29,356 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 22,366 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 15,447 miles

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

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

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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LG09 CTX is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LG09 CTX, 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 LG09 CTX?

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What year was LG09 CTX registered?

LG09 CTX is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is LG09 CTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 CTX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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