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SG09 VYD

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

133,880 mi
Last recorded133,880 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG09 VYD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 133,880 miles

TPMS light on dash

Pass 3 Jan 2024 132,493 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 130,370 miles

Under trays fitted restricting inspection of some testable items

Fail 18 Jan 2023 130,340 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted restricting inspection of some testable items

Pass 20 Dec 2021 122,585 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 111,996 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 103,243 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 91,176 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 79,892 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 70,647 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.65mm (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under trays restricting inspection of some testable components

Pass 4 Jan 2016 60,105 miles

Nearside Front uneven wear

Offside Front uneven wear

under trays and engine covers restricting inspection of some components

Pass 9 Jan 2015 46,125 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 31,801 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 20,478 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 20,476 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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SG09 VYD is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SG09 VYD, 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 SG09 VYD registered?

SG09 VYD is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is SG09 VYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG09 VYD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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