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SK59 VTG

2009 BMW 525

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

156,431 mi
Last recorded156,431 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK59 VTG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 156,431 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 145,706 miles

Nearside Front 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))

diff leaking

Pass 22 Feb 2023 137,260 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 131,171 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 131,171 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2021 115,488 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 95,343 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 78,909 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 63,477 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 47,480 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 38,882 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 35,516 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2013 28,530 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 20,659 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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SK59 VTG is a 2009 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,996cc 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 SK59 VTG, 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 SK59 VTG registered?

SK59 VTG is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is SK59 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK59 VTG 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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