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C8 RNA

2009 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

169,043 mi
Last recorded169,043 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 RNA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,360cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 169,043 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 164,496 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 125,508 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 124,304 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 158,972 miles

Brake pad warning light on dash

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 115,988 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 153,540 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 149,910 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 104,732 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 139,316 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 138,517 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 134,080 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2019 134,080 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 125,667 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 118,335 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 111,573 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 96,571 miles

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

Service due

Pass 11 Sep 2014 80,187 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 58,831 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 45,555 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 36,576 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 28,837 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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C8 RNA is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 C8 RNA, 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 C8 RNA registered?

C8 RNA is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is C8 RNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 RNA shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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