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ALF 24Y

2009 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,251 mi
Last recorded49,251 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALF 24Y
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 49,251 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 48,752 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 48,751 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 47,968 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 46,697 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 46,696 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 45,314 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner tread has ridge possible been used with pressure low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished with cracks (5.2.3 (j))

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 43,184 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2020 43,180 miles

Brake performance not tested due to damaged tyre (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre tread separated and cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 41,593 miles

Engine cover, under-trays and sill covers fitted

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 38,281 miles

Engine cover,under-trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2017 35,939 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 31,110 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 27,328 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 24,261 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Sep 2014 24,255 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 16,660 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 16,660 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 15,535 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 9,120 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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ALF 24Y is a 2009 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ALF 24Y, 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 ALF 24Y registered?

ALF 24Y is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 15 August 2009.

Is ALF 24Y safe to buy?

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