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YF09 UVL

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

158,152 mi
Last recorded158,152 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 UVL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 158,152 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 156,653 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 155,067 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 153,566 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 152,571 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2020 149,783 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 140,334 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer Side Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 132,876 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 127,422 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 9 Jul 2016 118,801 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 99,057 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 73,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 73,987 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 56,737 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 47,354 miles

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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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YF09 UVL is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YF09 UVL, 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 YF09 UVL registered?

YF09 UVL is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 12 August 2009.

Is YF09 UVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF09 UVL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YF09 UVL have outstanding finance?

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