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BMW 525

Red · Petrol · 1995 · 2,494 cc

L2 YPAMOT history

L2 YPA is a red petrol BMW 525 first used on 28 Sept 1995. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2023 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 118,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2022.

L2 YPA red BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2023
Mileage
118,361 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2022
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 YPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
28 Sept 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 YPA was last recorded at 118,361 miles on 19 Apr 2022, 561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,800 miles · 6 Feb 2019
Between the last two tests
561 miles
Average per year
1,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 118,361 miles
  • 2019 – 117,800 miles
  • 2012 – 117,793 miles
  • 2011 – 114,918 miles
  • 2010 – 113,380 miles
  • 2009 – 111,992 miles
  • 2008 – 109,563 miles
  • 2007 – 106,472 miles
  • 2006 – 102,849 miles
  • 2005 – 96,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,361 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • 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.

  • Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,361 miles (+561)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    118,361 miles
    Test number
    827598969744
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass117,800 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    117,800 miles
    Test number
    470157004569
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder Body Corroded Front To Rear

  3. Fail117,793 miles (+2,875)5 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,793 miles
    Test number
    559387042225
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteAll tyres showing signs of age deterioration
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edge
    • NoteOffside and nearside inner sills signs of corrosion
    • NoteOffside and nearside sills have sill cover fitted
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  4. Pass114,918 miles (+1,538)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    114,918 miles
    Test number
    566645641252
    • NoteAll tyres showing age

  5. Pass113,380 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    113,380 miles
    Test number
    453453640491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,377 miles (+1,385)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,377 miles
    Test number
    452202540477
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

  7. Pass111,992 miles (+5)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    111,992 miles
    Test number
    790646639349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres showing signs of age deterioration (cracking)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outer sidewall slight splitage
    • NoteSide sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  8. Fail111,987 miles (+2,424)5 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,987 miles
    Test number
    122745039397
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres showing signs of age deterioration (cracking)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outer sidewall slight splitage
    • NoteSide sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass109,563 miles (+3,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    109,563 miles
    Test number
    100626258260
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass106,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    106,472 miles
    Test number
    283934037249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    751704937298
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDiff seals leaking
    • NoteWippers poor

  12. Pass102,849 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    102,849 miles
    Test number
    402911256293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail102,787 miles (+6,288)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,787 miles
    Test number
    563408146285
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • NoteSteering wheel free play on limit

  14. Pass96,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    96,499 miles
    Test number
    241772925207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail96,499 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,499 miles
    Test number
    841882825215
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Questions about L2 YPA

Does L2 YPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L2 YPA expired on 18 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L2 YPA?
The MOT on L2 YPA expired on 18 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L2 YPA done?
L2 YPA was recorded at 118,361 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2022, an average of 1,310 miles a year.
Has L2 YPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 YPA has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2012.
Has the mileage on L2 YPA 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 L2 YPA find?
L2 YPA passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2022 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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