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GX09 TLO

2009 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,992 mi
Last recorded138,992 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX09 TLO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 138,992 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 138,988 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 132,134 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 121,674 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 121,369 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 93,959 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 83,224 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 59,586 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 47,460 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 47,460 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 37,786 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)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 29,872 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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GX09 TLO is a 2009 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX09 TLO, 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 GX09 TLO?

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What year was GX09 TLO registered?

GX09 TLO is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is GX09 TLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX09 TLO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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