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H5 NUF

2009 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,300 mi
Last recorded128,300 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH5 NUF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 128,300 miles

Limited inspection of underside due to undertrys

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2025 118,727 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 109,562 miles

Limited inspection of underside due to undertrys

Pass 2 Aug 2023 101,487 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 94,134 miles

Limited inspection of underside due to undertrys

Pass 23 Jul 2021 87,840 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 83,481 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Underside inspection limited due to undertrys

Pass 3 Aug 2019 77,498 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 71,258 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 58,474 miles

Bonnet covers fitted

Nearside rear Tyre worn on edges

Under trays fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2016 47,365 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 42,635 miles

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

both n/s/f and o/s/r tyres worn at inner edges

Pass 4 Jun 2014 37,193 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 Jun 2014 37,193 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 May 2013 30,448 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 30,447 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 25,372 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 25,372 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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H5 NUF is a 2009 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H5 NUF, 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 H5 NUF?

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What year was H5 NUF registered?

H5 NUF is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 21 April 2009.

Is H5 NUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H5 NUF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H5 NUF have outstanding finance?

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