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PK58 VUX

2009 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

118,143 mi
Last recorded118,143 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK58 VUX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 118,143 miles

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 111,047 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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 10 Jun 2023 96,801 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 96,801 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 95,150 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front Break Discs wearing out both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2020 93,632 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 89,451 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 86,344 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 83,544 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 80,138 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 76,787 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 72,170 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 65,251 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 58,190 miles

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

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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PK58 VUX is a 2009 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PK58 VUX, 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 PK58 VUX registered?

PK58 VUX is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 14 January 2009.

Is PK58 VUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK58 VUX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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