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CE09 PFZ

2009 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

55,868 mi
Last recorded55,868 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE09 PFZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 55,868 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 55,145 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 54,874 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 54,874 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 53,904 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 52,945 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 52,118 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 50,964 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 49,714 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 48,033 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 8 Nov 2016 46,428 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 43,636 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 41,142 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 37,904 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 32,386 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 24,971 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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CE09 PFZ is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PFZ, 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 PFZ?

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What year was CE09 PFZ registered?

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

Is CE09 PFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE09 PFZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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