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CE09 DWO

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

206,868 mi
Last recorded206,868 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE09 DWO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 206,868 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear all around (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 126,963 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Jun 2024 118,948 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 118,859 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Jun 2023 116,605 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 116,605 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 May 2022 105,216 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2021 102,060 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 99,649 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2019 97,441 miles

rear differential has oil misting

Pass 6 Jan 2018 92,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cuts (225/5017) rf (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017 89,805 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 87,752 miles

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

child seat and under tray fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2015 85,210 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 82,385 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Feb 2013 68,608 miles

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 21 Feb 2012 53,491 miles

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

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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CE09 DWO is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey 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 CE09 DWO, 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

How do I check the history of CE09 DWO?

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What year was CE09 DWO registered?

CE09 DWO is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is CE09 DWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE09 DWO 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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