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YC09 BRX

2009 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

132,805 mi
Last recorded132,805 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 BRX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 132,805 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 120,308 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 115,343 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2019 108,896 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 104,351 miles

engine cover/under tray fitted obstructing some component check.

Pass 5 May 2017 100,263 miles

engine cover/under tray fitted obstructing some component check.

Pass 6 May 2016 95,047 miles

engine covers // under trayes fitted

Pass 9 May 2015 89,771 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 89,771 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 78,299 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 60,660 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 45,994 miles

both rear tyres wearing low

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 BRX is a 2009 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YC09 BRX, 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 YC09 BRX registered?

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

Is YC09 BRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 BRX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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