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ML59 OYW

2009 BMW 525

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

142,780 mi
Last recorded142,780 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML59 OYW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 142,780 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 136,546 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 132,203 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 127,433 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 121,802 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 119,157 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 116,608 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 116,608 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 110,222 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 98,908 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 90,568 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 80,828 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 69,559 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 49,336 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 22,457 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 22,406 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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ML59 OYW is a 2009 BMW 525 in White with a 2,497cc diesel 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 ML59 OYW, 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 ML59 OYW registered?

ML59 OYW is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 15 October 2009.

Is ML59 OYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML59 OYW 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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