BMW 525 D MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 525 D. Check any 525 D by registration number below.

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94.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.2%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 525 D — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 525 D has an average MOT pass rate of 94.2%, which is 4.2 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 525 D is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 525 D, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 525 D performs at MOT across different model years.

2013

Based on 106 vehicles

94.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

228k mi

2012

Based on 156 vehicles

97.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 3yr

66k mi

Mileage at 5yr

95k mi

2011

Based on 511 vehicles

96.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 3yr

90k mi

Mileage at 5yr

144k mi

2010

Based on 404 vehicles

95.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

147k mi

2009

Based on 277 vehicles

94.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

233k mi

2008

Based on 378 vehicles

96.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

151k mi

Mileage at 10yr

232k mi

2007

Based on 513 vehicles

93.2%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

215k mi

2006

Based on 436 vehicles

94.7%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

83k mi

Mileage at 10yr

215k mi

2005

Based on 813 vehicles

93.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

130k mi

Mileage at 10yr

251k mi

2004

Based on 537 vehicles

92.7%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

217k mi

2003

Based on 197 vehicles

92.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2002

Based on 244 vehicles

92.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2001

Based on 209 vehicles

94.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

2000

Based on 138 vehicles

89.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

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82.4% pass rate

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89.0% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

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Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

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See detailed fault analysis for BMW 525 D

BMW 525 D — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 525 D MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 525 D?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 525 D is 94.2% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 525 D?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the BMW 525 D reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 94.2%, the BMW 525 D is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 525 D?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a BMW 525 D?

Typical mileage for the BMW 525 D: 228,270 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 525 D to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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