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BMW 525

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

A12 JNPMOT history

A12 JNP is a blue petrol BMW 525 first used on 27 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 102,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

A12 JNP blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
102,392 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 JNP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 JNP was last recorded at 102,392 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 65 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,327 miles · 23 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
65 miles
Average per year
4,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,392 miles
  • 2021 – 102,327 miles
  • 2019 – 98,957 miles
  • 2018 – 83,371 miles
  • 2017 – 77,030 miles
  • 2016 – 72,547 miles
  • 2015 – 68,147 miles
  • 2014 – 63,211 miles
  • 2013 – 58,229 miles
  • 2012 – 52,707 miles
  • 2011 – 47,146 miles
  • 2010 – 43,123 miles
  • 2009 – 34,491 miles
  • 2008 – 28,836 miles
  • 2007 – 21,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,392 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively bothsides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,392 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    102,392 miles
    Test number
    390599612518
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail102,392 miles (+65)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,392 miles
    Test number
    209402239999
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass102,327 miles (+3,370)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,327 miles
    Test number
    544251755952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,957 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,957 miles
    Test number
    652162290409
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail98,942 miles (+15,571)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,942 miles
    Test number
    142023882491
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction eml on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass83,371 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,371 miles
    Test number
    638050399076
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisorySlight play offside front steering arm

  7. Fail83,371 miles (+1,740)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,371 miles
    Test number
    117733596440
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play offside front steering arm

  8. Pass81,631 miles (+4,601)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,631 miles
    Test number
    918291632951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,030 miles (+4,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    77,030 miles
    Test number
    427566374068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Pass72,547 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    72,547 miles
    Test number
    816679771866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,147 miles
    Test number
    187643915459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,147 miles (+4,936)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,147 miles
    Test number
    968913415017
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass63,211 miles (+4,982)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,211 miles
    Test number
    256727904046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,229 miles (+5,522)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    58,229 miles
    Test number
    305345713009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,707 miles (+5,561)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,707 miles
    Test number
    116341612010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass47,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    47,146 miles
    Test number
    136419611008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,146 miles (+4,023)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,146 miles
    Test number
    767129211020
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteDSC light on (traction control).

  18. Pass43,123 miles (+8,632)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,123 miles
    Test number
    580491720042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,491 miles (+5,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    34,491 miles
    Test number
    311904219040
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass28,836 miles (+7,525)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,836 miles
    Test number
    144421518020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,311 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    21,311 miles
    Test number
    290083327073
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about A12 JNP

Does A12 JNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 JNP is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 JNP?
The MOT on A12 JNP is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 JNP done?
A12 JNP was recorded at 102,392 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 4,270 miles a year.
Has A12 JNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 JNP has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on A12 JNP 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 A12 JNP find?
A12 JNP passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; oil leak, but not excessive.

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