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P18 JTR

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

169,160 mi
Last recorded169,160 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP18 JTR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 169,160 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 159,597 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 154,417 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 144,630 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 136,724 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2022 136,720 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 131,905 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 127,705 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged Cut near limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 120,148 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 115,804 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 115,804 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 112,158 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 107,162 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 93,567 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 93,567 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 75,323 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2013 62,748 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2012 51,153 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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P18 JTR is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P18 JTR, 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 P18 JTR registered?

P18 JTR is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 12 May 2009.

Is P18 JTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P18 JTR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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