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YF58 VRL

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

105,598 mi
Last recorded105,598 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF58 VRL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 105,598 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2021 105,598 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 98,946 miles

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

tyre press lamp on

Pass 15 Nov 2019 99,772 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Note ; Engine / bay covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views . Forward under guard missing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge secondary tread balding at inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration ; Front plate damaged

Fail 15 Nov 2019 96,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed at outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Note ; Engine / bay covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views . Forward under guard missing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge secondary tread balding at inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration ; Front plate damaged

Pass 17 Nov 2018 94,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 90,771 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Dec 2017 90,771 miles

Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position catch assy (8.4.1)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 86,064 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Dec 2015 79,172 miles

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

exhaust emissions too low to be measured

vehicle under trays fitted

Fail 10 Dec 2015 79,171 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

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

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

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

exhaust emissions too low to be measured

vehicle under trays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2014 66,323 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 58,453 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 58,439 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 58,438 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 48,761 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 14 Jul 2011 36,623 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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YF58 VRL is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YF58 VRL, 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 YF58 VRL registered?

YF58 VRL is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 20 January 2009.

Is YF58 VRL safe to buy?

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