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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

L16 JSSMOT history

L16 JSS is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 19 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 171,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2023.

L16 JSS blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2024
Mileage
171,420 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 JSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 JSS was last recorded at 171,420 miles on 7 Dec 2023, 12,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,160 miles · 2 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
12,260 miles
Average per year
8,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 171,420 miles
  • 2022 – 159,160 miles
  • 2021 – 152,258 miles
  • 2020 – 142,470 miles
  • 2019 – 138,995 miles
  • 2017 – 138,622 miles
  • 2016 – 125,973 miles
  • 2015 – 120,405 miles
  • 2014 – 106,097 miles
  • 2013 – 96,436 miles
  • 2012 – 88,971 miles
  • 2011 – 76,673 miles
  • 2010 – 64,119 miles
  • 2009 – 42,110 miles
  • 2008 – 30,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,420 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm. N/S+O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S+O/S (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Light lens condensated
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S+O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S+O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S+O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,420 miles (+12,260)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    171,420 miles
    Test number
    623477185010
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm. N/S+O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S+O/S (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Light lens condensated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S+O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S+O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S+O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass159,160 miles (+6,902)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    159,160 miles
    Test number
    192128958641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass152,258 miles (+9,788)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    152,258 miles
    Test number
    675789640163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass142,470 miles (+3,475)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    142,470 miles
    Test number
    784946463069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass138,995 miles (+373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    138,995 miles
    Test number
    381771763988
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Pass138,622 miles (+12,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    138,622 miles
    Test number
    475247612736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass125,973 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    125,973 miles
    Test number
    823462937190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean..

  8. Fail125,973 miles (+5,568)1 dangerous5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,973 miles
    Test number
    452932301908
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front too rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean..

  9. Pass120,405 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    120,405 miles
    Test number
    971064733112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail120,405 miles (+14,308)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,405 miles
    Test number
    103732993706
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass106,097 miles (+9,661)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    106,097 miles
    Test number
    218730514364
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass96,436 miles (+200)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    96,436 miles
    Test number
    436942203463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,236 miles (+7,265)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,236 miles
    Test number
    965278593240
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass88,971 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    88,971 miles
    Test number
    129425322314
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear discs slightly undercut

  15. Fail88,971 miles (+12,298)1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,971 miles
    Test number
    678505022384
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear discs slightly undercut

  16. Pass76,673 miles (+555)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    76,673 miles
    Test number
    175100281203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,118 miles (+11,999)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,118 miles
    Test number
    376890871410
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass64,119 miles (+9,957)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    64,119 miles
    Test number
    181232870237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,162 miles (+12,052)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,162 miles
    Test number
    881389400058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEmissions to low to record result.
    • NoteFront number plate deteriating.
    • NotePlastic undershields fitted, not allowing full inspection.

  20. Pass42,110 miles (+11,493)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    42,110 miles
    Test number
    172486009421
    • NoteBoth r/tyres center tread worn

  21. Pass30,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,617 miles
    Test number
    952209408012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 JSS

Does L16 JSS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 JSS expired on 6 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 JSS?
The MOT on L16 JSS expired on 6 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 JSS done?
L16 JSS was recorded at 171,420 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2023, an average of 8,850 miles a year.
Has L16 JSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 JSS has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2016.
Has the mileage on L16 JSS 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 L16 JSS find?
L16 JSS passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm. n/s+o/s; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s+o/s, and 10 more.

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