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BMW 525

Red · Petrol · 1992 · 2,494 cc

K50 SJKMOT history

K50 SJK is a red petrol BMW 525 first used on 30 Dec 1992. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 103,562 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
103,562 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K50 SJK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
30 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K50 SJK was last recorded at 103,562 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 1,342 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,220 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,342 miles
Average per year
1,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,562 miles
  • 2025 – 102,220 miles
  • 2024 – 99,813 miles
  • 2020 – 98,338 miles
  • 2019 – 97,253 miles
  • 2018 – 95,867 miles
  • 2017 – 93,969 miles
  • 2016 – 91,497 miles
  • 2015 – 87,730 miles
  • 2014 – 85,341 miles
  • 2013 – 80,843 miles
  • 2011 – 80,512 miles
  • 2010 – 78,610 miles
  • 2009 – 71,226 miles
  • 2008 – 69,952 miles
  • 2007 – 68,049 miles
  • 2006 – 64,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,562 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,562 miles (+1,342)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    103,562 miles
    Test number
    747638282221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,220 miles (+2,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    102,220 miles
    Test number
    515880366992
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,813 miles (+1,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    99,813 miles
    Test number
    136292070521
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,338 miles
    Test number
    287990908136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail98,335 miles (+1,082)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,335 miles
    Test number
    625559985820
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass97,253 miles (+1,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,253 miles
    Test number
    371605186137
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,867 miles (+1,898)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,867 miles
    Test number
    819636128246
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass93,969 miles (+2,472)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    93,969 miles
    Test number
    570469126033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    91,497 miles
    Test number
    412336614426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail91,495 miles (+3,765)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,495 miles
    Test number
    635309837714
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  11. Pass87,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    87,730 miles
    Test number
    408327548986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,730 miles (+2,389)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,730 miles
    Test number
    572901340009
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Fail85,341 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,341 miles
    Test number
    457627714234
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear diff seal has slight oil leak

  14. Pass85,341 miles (+4,498)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,341 miles
    Test number
    785527414289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear diff seal has slight oil leak

  15. Pass80,843 miles (+331)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    80,843 miles
    Test number
    885217493175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,512 miles (+1,902)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    80,512 miles
    Test number
    235935161496
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass78,610 miles (+7,384)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,610 miles
    Test number
    540909250147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  18. Pass71,226 miles (+1,274)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    71,226 miles
    Test number
    492094959173
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass69,952 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    69,952 miles
    Test number
    230139748146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail69,952 miles (+1,903)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,952 miles
    Test number
    894469848118
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass68,049 miles (+3,098)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    68,049 miles
    Test number
    573947537154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass64,951 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    64,951 miles
    Test number
    922540846099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about K50 SJK

Does K50 SJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K50 SJK is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K50 SJK?
The MOT on K50 SJK is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K50 SJK done?
K50 SJK was recorded at 103,562 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 1,927 miles a year.
Has K50 SJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K50 SJK has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on K50 SJK 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 K50 SJK find?
K50 SJK passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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