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YC09 UKH

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

163,039 mi
Last recorded163,039 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 UKH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 163,039 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2025 148,655 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 138,306 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))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

emissions tested no reading

Pass 27 Oct 2023 136,194 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 133,601 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 133,576 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2021 130,666 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 126,990 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 115,309 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 115,306 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2018 103,028 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 99,766 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

engine covers fitted.

under trays fitted.

Fail 29 Sep 2017 99,766 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

engine covers fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 24 Aug 2016 95,209 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 89,371 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 137,867 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 78,777 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 57,563 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 UKH is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UKH, 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 UKH registered?

YC09 UKH is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 10 July 2009.

Is YC09 UKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 UKH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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