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GF59 TRV

2009 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,532 mi
Last recorded115,532 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 TRV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 115,532 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2025 115,532 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 106,902 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Undertray fitted unable to carry full inspection.

Pass 11 Nov 2023 97,057 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 85,698 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 6 Nov 2021 76,312 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 69,270 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 65,062 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 58,980 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 53,076 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 49,969 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 45,963 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 37,233 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 35,694 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 28,597 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2012 28,597 miles

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

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

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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GF59 TRV is a 2009 BMW 525 in Blue 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 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 GF59 TRV, 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 GF59 TRV?

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What year was GF59 TRV registered?

GF59 TRV is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is GF59 TRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF59 TRV 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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