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YK09 UHX

2009 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,740 mi
Last recorded55,740 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 UHX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 55,740 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 55,338 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))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 54,787 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 53,635 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 51,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 50,968 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 50,344 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 48,325 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 46,097 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 46,097 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 43,601 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 39,946 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 36,295 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 29,026 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Feb 2014 29,026 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 Oct 2013 20,112 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 16,268 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 UHX is a 2009 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 UHX, 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 UHX registered?

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

Is YK09 UHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK09 UHX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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