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YK09 MXC

2009 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

160,936 mi
Last recorded160,936 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 MXC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2018 160,936 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 131,693 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 100,596 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 83,722 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2014 83,722 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 68,647 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 55,548 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 39,490 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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YK09 MXC is a 2009 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 YK09 MXC, 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 YK09 MXC registered?

YK09 MXC is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is YK09 MXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK09 MXC shows 8 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 YK09 MXC have outstanding finance?

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