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LR09 STZ

2009 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,113 mi
Last recorded150,113 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR09 STZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2023 150,113 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2023 150,113 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 146,165 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 139,054 miles

Number plates changed prior to test.

Pass 18 Jan 2020 134,112 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2019 125,300 miles

Number plates fitted prior to test.

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All around. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 115,574 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

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

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

minor oil leak

Pass 1 Feb 2017 105,104 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)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 91,579 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 80,503 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 71,872 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 55,283 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 55,283 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2012 42,451 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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LR09 STZ is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LR09 STZ, 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 LR09 STZ?

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What year was LR09 STZ registered?

LR09 STZ is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 9 June 2009.

Is LR09 STZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR09 STZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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