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YC09 AKX

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

139,999 mi
Last recorded139,999 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 AKX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 139,999 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 120,667 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2023 120,664 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 115,961 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside effort low (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 110,541 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 110,541 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 102,422 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 94,486 miles

Handbrake travel high

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 87,792 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged Inner sidewall 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 80,090 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 71,913 miles

Nail in tread offside rear tyre

Nearside front jacking pad missing

Pass 21 Jul 2015 62,456 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 51,048 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 51,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

offside rear tyre worn very near limit - suggest replace

Pass 25 Jun 2013 40,967 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 30,701 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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YC09 AKX is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YC09 AKX, 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 YC09 AKX registered?

YC09 AKX is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 19 May 2009.

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The MOT history for YC09 AKX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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