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BMW 525

Blue · Petrol · 1988 · 2,494 cc

A12 PAYMOT history

A12 PAY is a blue petrol BMW 525 first used on 1 Aug 1988. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 83,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
83,246 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 PAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
1 Aug 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 PAY was last recorded at 83,246 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 3,194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,052 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,194 miles
Average per year
1,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,246 miles
  • 2025 – 80,052 miles
  • 2024 – 76,626 miles
  • 2023 – 73,389 miles
  • 2022 – 70,112 miles
  • 2021 – 66,417 miles
  • 2020 – 63,558 miles
  • 2019 – 62,235 miles
  • 2018 – 59,806 miles
  • 2009 – 56,402 miles
  • 2008 – 55,883 miles
  • 2007 – 55,586 miles
  • 2006 – 55,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,246 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,246 miles (+3,194)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    83,246 miles
    Test number
    157585707414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass80,052 miles (+3,426)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    80,052 miles
    Test number
    950195013078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,626 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    76,626 miles
    Test number
    715627869588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,389 miles (+3,277)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    73,389 miles
    Test number
    337804171314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,112 miles (+83)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,112 miles
    Test number
    605770315767
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear silencer peeling

  6. Pass70,029 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,029 miles
    Test number
    543078183476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil very slight (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail70,029 miles (+3,612)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,029 miles
    Test number
    874203974411
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear pipe to flexible ( burst on brake test.) (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety brake pipe burst (DANGEROUS TO DRIVE) (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil very slight (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass66,417 miles (+2,859)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,417 miles
    Test number
    929320471795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded and peeling

  9. Pass63,558 miles (+1,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,558 miles
    Test number
    394162132991
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust corroded but not blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion on underside of vehicle in general

  10. Pass62,235 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,235 miles
    Test number
    886469693955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail62,235 miles (+2,429)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,235 miles
    Test number
    686676273184
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass59,806 miles (+62)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,806 miles
    Test number
    252426766480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer has corroded

  13. Fail59,744 miles4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,744 miles
    Test number
    801362429212
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer has corroded

  14. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    462438722004
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system deteriorated

  15. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    929447944169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    906921153127
    • NoteOil leak

  17. PassMileage not read9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    566535222152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  18. FailMileage not read2 failures9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    178262022147
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  19. PassMileage not read11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    478497011126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  20. FailMileage not read1 failure11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    618057011164
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  21. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    234005300472
    • NoteOil leak

  22. FailMileage not read1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    160744300124
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass56,402 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,402 miles
    Test number
    244768009130
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise both rear brake hose ferrels slightly corroded

  24. Fail56,402 miles (+519)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,402 miles
    Test number
    420816509197
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise both rear brake hose ferrels slightly corroded

  25. Pass55,883 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    55,883 miles
    Test number
    913536708187
    • NoteAdvise both rear and n/s/f brake hose ferrels slightly corroded
    • NoteAdvise slight cracking in both front and n/s/r tyre walls
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail55,883 miles (+297)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,883 miles
    Test number
    954105008138
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise both rear and n/s/f brake hose ferrels slightly corroded
    • NoteAdvise slight cracking in both front and n/s/r tyre walls
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass55,586 miles (+552)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    55,586 miles
    Test number
    111635597488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll tyres starting to show signs of perishing on side walls

  28. Pass55,034 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    55,034 miles
    Test number
    861581006140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded

Questions about A12 PAY

Does A12 PAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 PAY is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 PAY?
The MOT on A12 PAY is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 PAY done?
A12 PAY was recorded at 83,246 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 1,375 miles a year.
Has A12 PAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 PAY has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on A12 PAY 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 PAY find?
A12 PAY passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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