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YC09 ZFT

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

202,709 mi
Last recorded202,709 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 ZFT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 202,709 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 197,176 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Side mirror glass discolored

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Alloy wheel has previous welding repair

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Underside of engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively Handbrake lever has travel (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 3rd brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2019 197,976 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate incorrect Front and Rear (C15 RES fitted) (0.1 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2 bulges present on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Side mirror glass discolored

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Underside of engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively Handbrake lever has travel (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 3rd brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 174,471 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 152,578 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 129,562 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 108,758 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 87,520 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 65,461 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 65,461 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 43,096 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 ZFT is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZFT, 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 ZFT registered?

YC09 ZFT is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 10 June 2009.

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