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BMW 525

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 2,494 cc

C5 BGVMOT history

C5 BGV is a silver petrol BMW 525 first used on 1 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 168,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2024
Mileage
168,009 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 BGV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 BGV was last recorded at 168,009 miles on 29 Sept 2023, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jul 2013: 130,339 miles, lower than 130,520 miles on 10 Jul 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
167,997 miles · 19 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 168,009 miles
  • 2022 – 167,997 miles
  • 2021 – 167,961 miles
  • 2020 – 163,141 miles
  • 2019 – 150,057 miles
  • 2018 – 139,555 miles
  • 2016 – 136,639 miles
  • 2015 – 133,410 miles
  • 2014 – 130,846 miles
  • 2013 – 130,339 miles
  • 2012 – 130,520 miles
  • 2011 – 127,616 miles
  • 2010 – 123,668 miles
  • 2009 – 118,143 miles
  • 2008 – 116,363 miles
  • 2007 – 108,715 miles
  • 2006 – 103,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,009 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded rubber pipes perishing
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering arms

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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding along chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,009 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    168,009 miles
    Test number
    477858416802
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded rubber pipes perishing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering arms
  2. Pass167,997 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    167,997 miles
    Test number
    533841364537
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding along chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded rubber pipe perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail167,994 miles (+33)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,994 miles
    Test number
    270675913624
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding along chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded rubber pipe perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail167,961 miles (+4,820)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,961 miles
    Test number
    154309648219
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to engine cutting out and battery flat (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. wheel and tyre different size (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  5. Pass163,141 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    163,141 miles
    Test number
    682745213930
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  6. Fail163,141 miles (+13,084)2 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,141 miles
    Test number
    760231938526
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both exhaust clamps perished/snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  7. Pass150,057 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    150,057 miles
    Test number
    395649847144
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre joints fragile
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills slightly corroded
  8. Fail150,057 miles (+10,502)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,057 miles
    Test number
    396020385790
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre joints fragile
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills slightly corroded
  9. Pass139,555 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    139,555 miles
    Test number
    631313577598
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to corrode
  10. Fail139,555 miles (+2,916)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,555 miles
    Test number
    885552004704
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to corrode
  11. Pass136,639 miles (+3,229)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    136,639 miles
    Test number
    286143148722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass133,410 miles (+2,564)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    133,410 miles
    Test number
    897298716564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass130,846 miles (+507)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    130,846 miles
    Test number
    889872524045
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass130,339 miles (-181)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    130,339 miles
    Test number
    625484703289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
  15. Pass130,520 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    130,520 miles
    Test number
    809142892153
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  16. Fail130,520 miles (+2,904)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,520 miles
    Test number
    129532192156
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  17. Pass127,616 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    127,616 miles
    Test number
    266999191112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass123,668 miles (+5,525)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    123,668 miles
    Test number
    222063590157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass118,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    118,143 miles
    Test number
    181358989141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail118,143 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,143 miles
    Test number
    652378789108
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail118,128 miles (+1,765)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,128 miles
    Test number
    270018789176
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat sheild loose
  22. Pass116,363 miles (+6)5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    116,363 miles
    Test number
    394103438476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll tyres wearing heavily on inside shoulders
    • NoteCorrosion to both rear metal brake pipes
    • NoteCorrosion to offside front metal brake pipe
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs slightly pitted and worn
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield loose
    • NoteRear fuel pipes heavily corroded
  23. Fail116,357 miles (+7,642)5 failures5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,357 miles
    Test number
    234941838284
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll tyres wearing heavily on inside shoulders
    • NoteCorrosion to both rear metal brake pipes
    • NoteCorrosion to offside front metal brake pipe
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs slightly pitted and worn
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield loose
    • NoteRear fuel pipes heavily corroded
  24. Pass108,715 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    108,715 miles
    Test number
    272278657473
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAll fuel pipes corroded - strong advise
  25. Fail108,714 miles (+5,080)6 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,714 miles
    Test number
    204344947146
    • FailureBrake valve corroded and excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • FailureFluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAll brake pipes has some corrosion
    • NoteAll fuel pipes corroding
    • NoteSill have slight corrosion starting
  26. Pass103,634 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    103,634 miles
    Test number
    690687856106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail103,627 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,627 miles
    Test number
    112566546143
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • NoteFuel pipes corroding

Questions about C5 BGV

Does C5 BGV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C5 BGV expired on 18 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C5 BGV?
The MOT on C5 BGV expired on 18 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C5 BGV done?
C5 BGV was recorded at 168,009 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2023, an average of 3,712 miles a year.
Has C5 BGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 BGV has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on C5 BGV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C5 BGV find?
C5 BGV passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2023 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front and nearside rear; fuel pipe/s corroded rubber pipes perishing; play in steering arms.

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