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BMW 525

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,498 cc

DHC 816MOT history

DHC 816 is a red diesel BMW 525 first used on 2 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 152,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
152,363 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,845 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DHC 816
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
2 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

DHC 816 was last recorded at 152,363 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,363 miles · 12 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,845 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,363 miles
  • 2024 – 151,953 miles
  • 2023 – 151,381 miles
  • 2022 – 151,010 miles
  • 2021 – 150,644 miles
  • 2020 – 150,343 miles
  • 2019 – 149,913 miles
  • 2018 – 148,957 miles
  • 2017 – 148,042 miles
  • 2016 – 146,955 miles
  • 2015 – 143,816 miles
  • 2014 – 142,972 miles
  • 2013 – 142,003 miles
  • 2012 – 140,946 miles
  • 2011 – 139,914 miles
  • 2010 – 138,980 miles
  • 2009 – 136,402 miles
  • 2008 – 134,289 miles
  • 2007 – 129,017 miles
  • 2006 – 121,984 miles
  • 2005 – 115,396 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,363 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside washer jet half not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoot gas struts weakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryDriver door exterior door handle stickingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion in offside front outer sill but not in a prescribed areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel high pressure pump is damp, no visible leaks

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Under tray

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,363 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    152,363 miles
    Test number
    299666982148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet half not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoot gas struts weak
    • AdvisoryDriver door exterior door handle sticking
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion in offside front outer sill but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryFuel high pressure pump is damp, no visible leaks

  2. Fail152,363 miles (+410)3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,363 miles
    Test number
    119662038785
    • MajorFuel system component leaking diesel leak (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet half not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoot gas struts weak
    • AdvisoryDriver door exterior door handle sticking
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion in offside front outer sill but not in a prescribed area

  3. Pass151,953 miles (+572)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    151,953 miles
    Test number
    803938817601
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective too long (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight corrosion to outer sill/jacking point but not excessive or in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoot gas struts weak

  4. Pass151,381 miles (+371)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    151,381 miles
    Test number
    851494190902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray

  5. Pass151,010 miles (+366)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    151,010 miles
    Test number
    581414400081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  6. Pass150,644 miles (+301)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    150,644 miles
    Test number
    582578592171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray

  7. Pass150,343 miles (+430)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    150,343 miles
    Test number
    227728320108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray

  8. Pass149,913 miles (+956)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    149,913 miles
    Test number
    384790946851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray

  9. Pass148,957 miles (+915)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    148,957 miles
    Test number
    219351813601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  10. Pass148,042 miles (+1,087)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    148,042 miles
    Test number
    710764265033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray

  11. Pass146,955 miles (+3,139)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    146,955 miles
    Test number
    275234412664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  12. Pass143,816 miles (+844)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    143,816 miles
    Test number
    895615452308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnderside trays fitted

  13. Pass142,972 miles (+969)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    142,972 miles
    Test number
    977837914346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass142,003 miles (+1,057)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    142,003 miles
    Test number
    148190623390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass140,946 miles (+1,032)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    140,946 miles
    Test number
    698681942331
    • NoteAir bag light on

  16. Pass139,914 miles (+934)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    139,914 miles
    Test number
    638031541366
    • NoteAir bag light on

  17. Pass138,980 miles (+2,578)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    138,980 miles
    Test number
    744595810344
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteChips on windscreen

  18. Pass136,402 miles (+2,113)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    136,402 miles
    Test number
    450775349466
    • NoteMarks on windscreen

  19. Pass134,289 miles (+5,272)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    134,289 miles
    Test number
    802916438393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass129,017 miles (+7,033)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    129,017 miles
    Test number
    342520737357
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

  21. Pass121,984 miles (+6,588)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    121,984 miles
    Test number
    353044816327
    • NoteDamp at front of car

  22. Pass115,396 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    115,396 miles
    Test number
    790151345353
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about DHC 816

What vehicle is registration DHC 816 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DHC 816 on a red diesel BMW 525 first used on 2 Dec 1993. 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 DHC 816 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DHC 816 is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on DHC 816?
The MOT on DHC 816 is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DHC 816 done?
DHC 816 was recorded at 152,363 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 1,845 miles a year.
Has DHC 816 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DHC 816 has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on DHC 816 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 DHC 816 find?
DHC 816 passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 15 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 12 more.

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