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AB09 RAY

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

204,895 mi
Last recorded204,895 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB09 RAY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 204,895 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 198,862 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 192,199 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 183,544 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 171,307 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 159,258 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 151,194 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 144,897 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 135,269 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 125,413 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 125,413 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2015 109,348 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 109,348 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 88,742 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2013 70,315 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 54,567 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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AB09 RAY 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 87.5%.

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 AB09 RAY, 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

How do I check the history of AB09 RAY?

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What year was AB09 RAY registered?

AB09 RAY is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 24 June 2009.

Is AB09 RAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB09 RAY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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