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YC59 NXG

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

174,722 mi
Last recorded174,722 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 NXG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 174,722 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 161,291 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 137,659 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 130,631 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 124,368 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 120,302 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 106,828 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 89,081 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 81,513 miles

Parking brake only just within pass criteria [16%].

Fail 5 Jul 2017 81,513 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' sat nav / telephone holder (8.3.1e)

Parking brake only just within pass criteria [16%].

Tyre monitoring system warning light on.

Pass 1 Jun 2016 72,340 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 63,165 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 52,402 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 37,521 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 37,521 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

third brake light some leds out

Pass 15 Nov 2012 35,359 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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YC59 NXG is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YC59 NXG, 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 YC59 NXG registered?

YC59 NXG is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 27 October 2009.

Is YC59 NXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 NXG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC59 NXG have outstanding finance?

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