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MK09 PZJ

2009 BMW 525

Bronze Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

76,348 mi
Last recorded76,348 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK09 PZJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 76,348 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 72,404 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2024 72,294 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 66,613 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 63,049 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 60,112 miles

Offside Rear diff.leaking from fail seal

Pass 10 Nov 2020 58,053 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 54,633 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 47,473 miles

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 37,584 miles

Offside rear tyre tread is getting low on inner edge and nail in tread area.

Pass 10 Nov 2016 30,282 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 19,008 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 11,996 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 10,487 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 8,564 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 6,421 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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MK09 PZJ is a 2009 BMW 525 in Bronze with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 MK09 PZJ, 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 MK09 PZJ?

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What year was MK09 PZJ registered?

MK09 PZJ is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 10 March 2009.

Is MK09 PZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK09 PZJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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