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YC09 ZNV

2009 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

167,208 mi
Last recorded167,208 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 ZNV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2021 167,208 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2020 157,831 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 155,977 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 151,179 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 143,012 miles

both front wheels buckled

Pass 24 Aug 2016 128,598 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 128,598 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 117,114 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 98,442 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 98,442 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 78,268 miles

Both front tyres & wheels kerb damaged

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Aug 2012 52,772 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight wear on n/s/r tyre on inner edge

Fail 3 Aug 2012 52,772 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight wear on n/s/r tyre on inner edge

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 ZNV is a 2009 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZNV, 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 ZNV registered?

YC09 ZNV is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 3 July 2009.

Is YC09 ZNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 ZNV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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