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CX09 ECJ

2009 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,173 mi
Last recorded95,173 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52369,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX09 ECJ
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2025 95,173 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 89,659 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 83,770 miles

Nearside Front wheel been welded

Offside Front wheel been welded

Pass 1 Sep 2022 77,560 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 77,560 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 71,528 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NS +OS / dust covers splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 66,716 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 60,257 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 53,024 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2018 52,853 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 48,453 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight sidewall damage

Pass 29 Aug 2016 43,828 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 40,965 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)

cut to n/s/f tyre outer wall

Pass 9 Aug 2014 38,433 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)

cut to n/s/f tyre outer wall

Pass 2 Sep 2013 36,124 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 23,481 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 523?

Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
5,849
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
20,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,085
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,427
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,285
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CX09 ECJ is a 2009 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 69,332 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 523 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 17,201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX09 ECJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 523 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX09 ECJ registered?

CX09 ECJ is a 2009 BMW 523, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is CX09 ECJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX09 ECJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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