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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

K31 LDHMOT history

K31 LDH is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 26 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 158,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

K31 LDH blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
158,122 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 LDH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 LDH was last recorded at 158,122 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 8,711 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,411 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,711 miles
Average per year
7,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,122 miles
  • 2024 – 149,411 miles
  • 2023 – 148,863 miles
  • 2022 – 129,643 miles
  • 2021 – 116,500 miles
  • 2020 – 111,895 miles
  • 2019 – 106,003 miles
  • 2018 – 103,348 miles
  • 2017 – 97,236 miles
  • 2016 – 93,424 miles
  • 2015 – 87,015 miles
  • 2014 – 82,788 miles
  • 2013 – 76,941 miles
  • 2012 – 72,577 miles
  • 2011 – 60,259 miles
  • 2010 – 49,386 miles
  • 2009 – 33,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,122 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear subframe mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement various bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,122 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    158,122 miles
    Test number
    842570297367
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear subframe mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement various bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail158,122 miles (+8,711)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,122 miles
    Test number
    174132874034
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear subframe mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement various bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass149,411 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    149,411 miles
    Test number
    442281319451
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail149,411 miles (+548)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,411 miles
    Test number
    683968224488
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass148,863 miles (+8,001)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    148,863 miles
    Test number
    147208528506
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail140,862 miles (+11,219)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,862 miles
    Test number
    150752279909
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass129,643 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    129,643 miles
    Test number
    284075789509
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail129,620 miles (+13,120)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,620 miles
    Test number
    974248627771
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass116,500 miles (+4,605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    116,500 miles
    Test number
    530534684996
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass111,895 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    111,895 miles
    Test number
    627210571430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail111,895 miles (+5,892)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,895 miles
    Test number
    699065065192
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn nut loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass106,003 miles (+2,655)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,003 miles
    Test number
    802956001337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass103,348 miles (+6,112)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    103,348 miles
    Test number
    431276263053
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass97,236 miles (+3,812)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    97,236 miles
    Test number
    996444633587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,424 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,424 miles
    Test number
    318910670296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail93,424 miles (+6,409)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,424 miles
    Test number
    149551542303
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass87,015 miles (+4,227)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,015 miles
    Test number
    367243605235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,788 miles (+5,847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    82,788 miles
    Test number
    135495624281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass76,941 miles (+4,364)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    76,941 miles
    Test number
    205590813281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,577 miles (+4,875)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    72,577 miles
    Test number
    189817522274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,702 miles (+7,443)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    67,702 miles
    Test number
    588671012093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,259 miles (+656)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    60,259 miles
    Test number
    168076921097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,603 miles (+10,217)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,603 miles
    Test number
    485900111043
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass49,386 miles (+16,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    49,386 miles
    Test number
    742431910007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass33,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    33,178 miles
    Test number
    143336119010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K31 LDH

Does K31 LDH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 LDH is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on K31 LDH?
The MOT on K31 LDH is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 LDH done?
K31 LDH was recorded at 158,122 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 7,443 miles a year.
Has K31 LDH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 LDH has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on K31 LDH 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 K31 LDH find?
K31 LDH passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside, and 5 more.

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