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GW05 GEL

2009 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

122,297 mi
Last recorded122,297 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW05 GEL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 122,297 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 117,406 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 110,414 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 100,016 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 84,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 75,399 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 69,913 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2020 69,911 miles

Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

rear brake discs & pads worn

Pass 1 Feb 2019 63,997 miles

Both front tyres inner and outer worn

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 1 Feb 2019 63,997 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres inner and outer worn

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 58,583 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 58,583 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 53,160 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 48,602 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 41,472 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 41,472 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 35,395 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 27,621 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

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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GW05 GEL is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GW05 GEL, 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 GW05 GEL registered?

GW05 GEL is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is GW05 GEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW05 GEL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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