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OV59 UDW

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

187,349 mi
Last recorded187,349 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV59 UDW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 187,349 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 176,203 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 146,357 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 125,341 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2019 123,560 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both have temp repair ductape preventing the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both onlimit (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 120,158 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 117,501 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 114,635 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 110,952 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 106,613 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 99,224 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 86,160 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 4 Dec 2012 86,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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OV59 UDW is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OV59 UDW, 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 OV59 UDW registered?

OV59 UDW is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is OV59 UDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV59 UDW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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