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YC58 OCS

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

147,844 mi
Last recorded147,844 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 OCS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 147,844 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 147,844 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 143,214 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2024 143,212 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2023 137,709 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 131,050 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 125,016 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 125,016 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 120,429 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 114,005 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 108,132 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 108,100 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 107,229 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 101,125 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 83,748 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 70,342 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 70,342 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 53,284 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 38,456 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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YC58 OCS is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YC58 OCS, 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 YC58 OCS registered?

YC58 OCS is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 16 January 2009.

Is YC58 OCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 OCS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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