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PF09 AXZ

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

236,921 mi
Last recorded236,921 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF09 AXZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 236,921 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced lamp duller compared with offside (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear brake hose starting to perish

Offside Rear brake hose starting to perish

Fail 29 Aug 2018 236,921 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect, made to look like a word (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced lamp duller compared with offside (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear brake hose starting to perish

Offside Rear brake hose starting to perish

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect, made to look like a word (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 223,221 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 across rear seat ()

both front tyres worn on edges of tread

Pass 29 Jul 2016 208,552 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit eage (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit eage (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 194,547 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 165,753 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 120,757 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 119,345 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 93,420 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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PF09 AXZ is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 PF09 AXZ, 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.

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What year was PF09 AXZ registered?

PF09 AXZ is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 14 July 2009.

Is PF09 AXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF09 AXZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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