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LR59 OJU

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

152,047 mi
Last recorded152,047 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 OJU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 152,047 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 152,046 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 142,458 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 May 2025 142,458 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2024 130,947 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 May 2024 130,947 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 120,969 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2022 111,116 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2022 111,116 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn and ball-joint cover damaged too excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both - lipped and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 100,462 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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 20 Jul 2020 87,957 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 73,003 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 64,113 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 64,113 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 59,743 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 57,376 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 54,023 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jul 2014 50,645 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Jul 2013 46,140 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2013 46,140 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 30,532 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 30,532 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

stone chips front windscreen.

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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LR59 OJU is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 LR59 OJU, 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 LR59 OJU registered?

LR59 OJU is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is LR59 OJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 OJU shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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