2009 BMW 525 3.0L Diesel · BA52 ALS
2009 BMW 525 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 130,938 miles. MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 525
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,938 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BA52 ALS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2026
- 130,938 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BA52 ALS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 BMW 525 (BA52 ALS) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
BA52 ALS Mileage History
- 09/08/2023117,271 mi
- 12/08/2024122,613 mi+5,342 mi
- 14/08/2024122,613 mi
- 15/08/2025127,162 mi+4,549 mi
- 12/08/2026130,938 mi+3,776 mi
Average of roughly 4,542 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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