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ML09 HNH

2009 BMW 523

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

131,233 mi
Last recorded131,233 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52369,332 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML09 HNH
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 131,233 miles

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

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 123,295 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 114,911 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Fail 19 Feb 2024 114,893 miles

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

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

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 13 Feb 2023 106,650 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 98,949 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 91,556 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 87,020 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 79,407 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 72,125 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 65,149 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 56,737 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 56,036 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 50,851 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 31,419 miles

near side front tyre getting low on outer edge

Pass 9 May 2013 28,486 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 28,486 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nearside rear tyre punctured (not repairable)

Pass 3 May 2012 21,050 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 523?

Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
5,849
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
20,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,085
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,427
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,285
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ML09 HNH is a 2009 BMW 523 in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 69,332 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 523 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 17,201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML09 HNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 523 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ML09 HNH registered?

ML09 HNH is a 2009 BMW 523, first registered on 12 May 2009.

Is ML09 HNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML09 HNH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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