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LG59 LVM

2009 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

256,774 mi
Last recorded256,774 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 LVM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 256,774 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 245,392 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 235,869 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 228,292 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 216,702 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 201,820 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

chip on windscreen nsf

Pass 16 Sep 2019 193,386 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 178,453 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 158,936 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 138,683 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 114,955 miles

Advise - winter tyres fitted to vehicle

Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% some of the leds not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 89,928 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 67,525 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Sep 2012 42,109 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing outside edge

o/s/f tyre wearing inside edge

Fail 24 Sep 2012 42,108 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

n/s/f tyre wearing outside edge

o/s/f tyre wearing inside edge

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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LG59 LVM is a 2009 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LG59 LVM, 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 LG59 LVM?

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What year was LG59 LVM registered?

LG59 LVM is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is LG59 LVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 LVM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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