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LT09 RWF

2009 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,837 mi
Last recorded23,837 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT09 RWF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 23,837 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 18,957 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 14,275 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 11,910 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 10,048 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 8,859 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 8,759 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 8,325 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 8,089 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 7,900 miles

Front Tyres getting low

Pass 23 Feb 2016 7,664 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 7,247 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2014 6,754 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 5,809 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 5,809 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 4,614 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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LT09 RWF is a 2009 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LT09 RWF, 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 LT09 RWF?

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What year was LT09 RWF registered?

LT09 RWF is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 3 March 2009.

Is LT09 RWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT09 RWF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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