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YH59 DVR

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

259,998 mi
Last recorded259,998 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 DVR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2023 259,998 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play N/S and O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 241,488 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 138,921 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 134,729 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2020 134,711 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed ply exposed in cut and tyre bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 125,736 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 Oct 2019 202,353 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and offside (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 119,391 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 119,359 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 110,298 miles

High level brake light not working

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Fail 23 Oct 2017 110,298 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

High level brake light not working

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Pass 20 Oct 2016 101,014 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Oct 2015 89,437 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 89,437 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 79,781 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 62,552 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 62,518 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)

Fail 16 Oct 2012 47,325 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

front tyres starting to wear on outer edges

Pass 16 Oct 2012 47,325 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)

front tyres starting to wear on outer edges

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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YH59 DVR is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 YH59 DVR, 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 YH59 DVR registered?

YH59 DVR is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is YH59 DVR safe to buy?

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