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LJ09 UYU

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

135,916 mi
Last recorded135,916 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 UYU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 135,916 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 127,903 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 119,528 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 116,458 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes / nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 105,592 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 97,552 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 87,938 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 76,689 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 65,095 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 51,794 miles

Both Front Tyres Perished

Both Front Tyres Worn On Inner Edge

Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Nearside Rear Tyre Perished

Undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Fail 9 Feb 2016 51,794 miles

Both Front Tyres Perished

Both Front Tyres Worn On Inner Edge

Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Nearside Rear Tyre Perished

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

Undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 30 Jan 2015 34,443 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 31,443 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 25,820 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 20,340 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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LJ09 UYU is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc 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 LJ09 UYU, 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 LJ09 UYU registered?

LJ09 UYU is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 19 July 2009.

Is LJ09 UYU safe to buy?

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