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YC09 CSF

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,542 mi
Last recorded93,542 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 CSF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2019 93,542 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2019 93,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 90,535 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 90,527 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords visible (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 May 2017 82,682 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 82,642 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2016 72,980 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 62,668 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 54,457 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2013 44,836 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

cosmetic damage to offside front tyre outer sidewall

nearside rear tyre has small cut in tread deep enough to reach ply/cord

Pass 18 May 2012 37,470 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 CSF is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CSF, 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 CSF registered?

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

Is YC09 CSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 CSF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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