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LR09 ZZV

2009 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

116,932 mi
Last recorded116,932 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 116,932 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 114,082 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 112,508 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 110,739 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 104,673 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 96,666 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 92,750 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 86,134 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 86,125 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275/30/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2018 80,269 miles

nsf tyre wear on inner edge

Pass 10 May 2017 71,401 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 62,760 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 52,838 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Both reg plates have a carbon-fiber effect

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle presented in wet conditions

Pass 12 May 2014 40,669 miles

Bothreg plates have a raised effect

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/Rear wheel centre cap missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2013 27,411 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 20,365 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 20,365 miles

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

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 ZZV is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 ZZV, 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 LR09 ZZV registered?

LR09 ZZV is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is LR09 ZZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR09 ZZV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR09 ZZV have outstanding finance?

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