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YC09 AOE

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

176,030 mi
Last recorded176,030 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 AOE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 176,030 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 170,985 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b has a chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

under tray fitted obscured some components

Pass 19 Jul 2017 167,620 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 163,178 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 158,490 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 12 May 2014 149,496 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 137,406 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2012 119,664 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 119,664 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 AOE is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YC09 AOE, 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 AOE registered?

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

Is YC09 AOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 AOE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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