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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 2,497 cc

F3 JTOMOT history

F3 JTO is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 30 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 130,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
130,565 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 JTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 JTO was last recorded at 130,565 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 8,753 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,812 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,753 miles
Average per year
6,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,565 miles
  • 2025 – 121,812 miles
  • 2024 – 113,480 miles
  • 2023 – 105,409 miles
  • 2022 – 101,295 miles
  • 2021 – 95,466 miles
  • 2020 – 91,179 miles
  • 2019 – 85,291 miles
  • 2018 – 78,190 miles
  • 2017 – 74,090 miles
  • 2016 – 68,594 miles
  • 2015 – 63,739 miles
  • 2014 – 57,584 miles
  • 2013 – 54,484 miles
  • 2012 – 45,253 miles
  • 2011 – 36,233 miles
  • 2010 – 28,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,565 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,565 miles (+8,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    130,565 miles
    Test number
    580940541653
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass121,812 miles (+8,332)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    121,812 miles
    Test number
    849810651053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,480 miles (+8,071)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    113,480 miles
    Test number
    498251238338
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both rear upper front most arm all joint bots perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower arms front bushes parting from arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass105,409 miles (+4,114)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    105,409 miles
    Test number
    174277038542
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front stabiliser arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bushes both sides starting to delaminate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass101,295 miles (+5,829)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    101,295 miles
    Test number
    326041333207
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges 225/50/17
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass95,466 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,466 miles
    Test number
    610803341028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail95,458 miles (+4,279)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,458 miles
    Test number
    252215343113
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Aftermarket HID kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top mount (also spring not seated correctly but still secure) (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top mount (also spring not seated correctly but still secure) (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps N/S and O/S (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass91,179 miles (+5,888)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,179 miles
    Test number
    333364432038
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged missing plastic cover (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake noisy in rollers
  9. Pass85,291 miles (+7,101)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,291 miles
    Test number
    189826440633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  10. Pass78,190 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,190 miles
    Test number
    802372585013
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Under bonnet covers fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers fitted obscuring components
  11. Fail78,179 miles (+4,089)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,179 miles
    Test number
    702127839863
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped Metal bracket Not secure to suspension (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Under bonnet covers fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers fitted obscuring components
  12. Pass74,090 miles (+5,496)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,090 miles
    Test number
    919650369075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,594 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,594 miles
    Test number
    892338310344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,582 miles (+4,843)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,582 miles
    Test number
    865364811239
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass63,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,739 miles
    Test number
    895283625002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,739 miles (+6,155)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,739 miles
    Test number
    757831625042
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass57,584 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    57,584 miles
    Test number
    149930124094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,546 miles (+3,062)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,546 miles
    Test number
    257845714076
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  19. Pass54,484 miles (+9,231)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    54,484 miles
    Test number
    636252323008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,253 miles (+9,020)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    45,253 miles
    Test number
    296952812037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,233 miles
    Test number
    579468121016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,233 miles (+7,971)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,233 miles
    Test number
    678128521017
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on
  23. Pass28,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,262 miles
    Test number
    570403530043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 JTO

Does F3 JTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 JTO is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 JTO?
The MOT on F3 JTO is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 JTO done?
F3 JTO was recorded at 130,565 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 6,192 miles a year.
Has F3 JTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 JTO has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on F3 JTO 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 F3 JTO find?
F3 JTO passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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