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RO59 VKR

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

112,226 mi
Last recorded112,226 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO59 VKR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 112,226 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 104,989 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 97,985 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 93,349 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge badly (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 88,520 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 84,627 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 79,964 miles

under cover fitted not allowing full inspection underneath component

Pass 24 Sep 2018 72,842 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 65,364 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 57,672 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Sep 2016 57,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Sep 2015 52,263 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 44,593 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 38,103 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 29,562 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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RO59 VKR is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RO59 VKR, 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 RO59 VKR registered?

RO59 VKR is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is RO59 VKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO59 VKR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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