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LO09 DXL

2009 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

206,049 mi
Last recorded206,049 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO09 DXL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 206,049 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 200,394 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 194,714 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear outer c.v.j weeping grease

Pass 13 Jul 2019 179,191 miles

small chip in windscreen

small oil leak rear diff

Pass 7 Jul 2018 165,340 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 165,339 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 151,225 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 137,456 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 122,399 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 107,569 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 107,569 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 92,477 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 89,201 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2013 89,201 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jul 2012 74,170 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 74,170 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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LO09 DXL is a 2009 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LO09 DXL, 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 LO09 DXL registered?

LO09 DXL is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 24 July 2009.

Is LO09 DXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO09 DXL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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