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YB09 WVA

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,851 mi
Last recorded108,851 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 WVA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 108,851 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 105,637 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 101,977 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2023 101,977 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 99,944 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 97,408 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 94,979 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 92,983 miles

Front Both tyres out of round

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 88,158 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres are worn / near limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 81,126 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 74,440 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 69,613 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 67,031 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2013 54,306 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 42,234 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 42,234 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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YB09 WVA is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YB09 WVA, 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 YB09 WVA registered?

YB09 WVA is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 18 August 2009.

Is YB09 WVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB09 WVA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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