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YC09 BXS

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

170,035 mi
Last recorded170,035 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 170,035 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner beading (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AT 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2025 159,618 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted INNER RIM (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2024 148,675 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin PADS REQ APROX 3,000 MILES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted INNER RIM (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated PERISHED (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated PERISHED (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 137,047 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 128,773 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 118,205 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 118,205 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 106,105 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 95,049 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2017 88,685 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 84,272 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 84,272 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 78,683 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 70,869 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 May 2013 59,143 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 46,462 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than 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 BXS is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc 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 YC09 BXS, 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 BXS registered?

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

Is YC09 BXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 BXS 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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