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YK09 NDN

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,676 mi
Last recorded121,676 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 NDN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 121,676 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 117,482 miles

undersheilds

Pass 4 Mar 2024 110,129 miles

undersheilds not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Mar 2023 102,104 miles

Nearside Front wing mirror casing damaged and taped

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 100,870 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 99,783 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 99,201 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 95,447 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 95,447 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 84,967 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 75,805 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Feb 2017 75,805 miles

Offside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bonnent (6.1.B.1b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 71,321 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 62,307 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2015 61,899 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 22 Feb 2014 50,219 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 39,278 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 31,827 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 NDN is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YK09 NDN, 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 NDN registered?

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

Is YK09 NDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK09 NDN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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