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BMW 525

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,497 cc

611 CAMMOT history

611 CAM is a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 27 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 129,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2023.

611 CAM black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2023
Mileage
129,661 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
611 CAM
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

611 CAM was last recorded at 129,661 miles on 28 Apr 2023, 222 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,439 miles · 4 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
222 miles
Average per year
5,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,661 miles
  • 2022 – 129,439 miles
  • 2021 – 128,978 miles
  • 2019 – 127,618 miles
  • 2018 – 126,304 miles
  • 2017 – 124,590 miles
  • 2016 – 121,495 miles
  • 2015 – 114,392 miles
  • 2013 – 99,226 miles
  • 2011 – 75,504 miles
  • 2010 – 66,338 miles
  • 2009 – 59,354 miles
  • 2008 – 51,733 miles
  • 2007 – 48,352 miles
  • 2006 – 39,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,661 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Fuel pipes corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,661 miles (+222)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,661 miles
    Test number
    799454960230
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass129,439 miles (+461)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    129,439 miles
    Test number
    857570681584
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  3. Pass128,978 miles (+1,360)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    128,978 miles
    Test number
    872838986957
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  4. Pass127,618 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    127,618 miles
    Test number
    614939472364
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  5. Fail127,614 miles (+1,310)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,614 miles
    Test number
    289591344263
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play off and nearside rack ends (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  6. Pass126,304 miles (+1,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    126,304 miles
    Test number
    620936311720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,590 miles (+3,095)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    124,590 miles
    Test number
    941111460052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass121,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    121,495 miles
    Test number
    528852884712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail121,495 miles (+7,103)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,495 miles
    Test number
    568251853261
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass114,392 miles (+15,166)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    114,392 miles
    Test number
    398200575043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,226 miles (+3,523)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    99,226 miles
    Test number
    577011563304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,703 miles (+20,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    95,703 miles
    Test number
    795095273292
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass75,504 miles (+9,166)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    75,504 miles
    Test number
    405569021390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,338 miles (+6,984)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    66,338 miles
    Test number
    311053190256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,354 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    59,354 miles
    Test number
    174330429296
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight blow on exhaust

  16. Fail59,354 miles (+7,621)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,354 miles
    Test number
    224530029207
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight blow on exhaust

  17. Pass51,733 miles (+3,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    51,733 miles
    Test number
    182216928210
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass48,352 miles (+8,758)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    48,352 miles
    Test number
    112629017313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass39,594 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    39,594 miles
    Test number
    212948146308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail39,566 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,566 miles
    Test number
    793697846371
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about 611 CAM

What vehicle is registration 611 CAM currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 611 CAM on a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 27 May 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 611 CAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 611 CAM expired on 3 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 611 CAM?
The MOT on 611 CAM expired on 3 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 611 CAM done?
611 CAM was recorded at 129,661 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2023, an average of 5,503 miles a year.
Has 611 CAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 611 CAM has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on 611 CAM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 611 CAM find?
611 CAM failed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2023 with 10 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front brake pipe excessively corroded, and 11 more.

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