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AK09 UNJ

2009 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

187,451 mi
Last recorded187,451 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 UNJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2023 187,451 miles

Coil spring corroded F/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 184,418 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 161,714 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 147,545 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2019 138,707 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 128,411 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 117,900 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)

Pass 26 May 2016 106,741 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 89,725 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on edge/ perished

Pass 7 May 2014 76,553 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 14 May 2013 58,036 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 43,825 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,225 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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AK09 UNJ is a 2009 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK09 UNJ, 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.

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What year was AK09 UNJ registered?

AK09 UNJ is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is AK09 UNJ safe to buy?

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