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RE59 YFV

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

176,237 mi
Last recorded176,237 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE59 YFV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 176,237 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 19 Apr 2023 176,237 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 Apr 2022 164,168 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 153,514 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 145,031 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 131,649 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Mar 2018 118,510 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 118,474 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 102,408 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

water in o/s head lamp

Pass 15 Mar 2016 86,645 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 66,089 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 65,604 miles

aircon belt deteriorated

Pass 23 Jan 2014 52,930 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 41,670 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RE59 YFV is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RE59 YFV, 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 RE59 YFV?

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What year was RE59 YFV registered?

RE59 YFV is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is RE59 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE59 YFV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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