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NL09 DBZ

2009 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,432 mi
Last recorded148,432 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL09 DBZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 148,432 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 140,116 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 140,116 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 128,006 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 122,332 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 27 Mar 2023 122,332 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))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/30zr19 96w reinforced - extra load (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources intermittent (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 116,622 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepped inner edge, worn inner edge + measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

fuel cap seal slightly perished

Pass 30 Mar 2021 112,095 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 112,044 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 106,075 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 106,014 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 96,818 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 96,818 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 89,046 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 82,872 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt note belt not locked into stalk ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Mar 2017 82,612 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt note belt not locked into stalk ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 72,081 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 52,330 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 36,050 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 26,536 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 19,390 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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NL09 DBZ is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NL09 DBZ, 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.

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What year was NL09 DBZ registered?

NL09 DBZ is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 9 March 2009.

Is NL09 DBZ safe to buy?

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