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BB59 CLB

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

124,789 mi
Last recorded124,789 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB59 CLB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 124,789 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 124,789 miles

Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Dec 2023 110,737 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2022 104,444 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 100,643 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 97,753 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 92,923 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 89,221 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 84,861 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 79,955 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 75,202 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 68,466 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 68,462 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 52,961 miles

trigger point not met

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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BB59 CLB is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BB59 CLB, 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 BB59 CLB registered?

BB59 CLB is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is BB59 CLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BB59 CLB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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