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YE09 MPU

2009 BMW 525

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,583 mi
Last recorded146,583 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE09 MPU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 146,583 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 134,644 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 121,783 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 121,556 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 107,896 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 94,281 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 79,074 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 66,875 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 58,819 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 58,809 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 48,739 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 35,084 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2014 23,313 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 22,739 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 21,929 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 15,649 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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YE09 MPU is a 2009 BMW 525 in Bronze 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 YE09 MPU, 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 YE09 MPU registered?

YE09 MPU is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is YE09 MPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE09 MPU 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.

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