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SV09 WDJ

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

170,105 mi
Last recorded170,105 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV09 WDJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 170,105 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 162,981 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 155,661 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 146,302 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 132,949 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 120,753 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 116,768 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 116,747 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides upper dust covers split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 107,315 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))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 97,173 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 144,699 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 83,506 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 75,580 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 67,232 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 50,533 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 40,936 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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SV09 WDJ is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey 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 SV09 WDJ, 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 SV09 WDJ registered?

SV09 WDJ is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is SV09 WDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV09 WDJ 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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