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BMW 525

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 2,494 cc

L48 XLFMOT history

L48 XLF is a blue petrol BMW 525 first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2024
Mileage
107,386 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L48 XLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2024
Latest MOT test
25 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L48 XLF was last recorded at 107,386 miles on 25 May 2023, 377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,009 miles · 7 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
377 miles
Average per year
1,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 107,386 miles
  • 2021 – 107,009 miles
  • 2019 – 106,957 miles
  • 2018 – 106,402 miles
  • 2017 – 105,769 miles
  • 2016 – 105,038 miles
  • 2015 – 104,271 miles
  • 2014 – 103,409 miles
  • 2013 – 102,158 miles
  • 2012 – 100,179 miles
  • 2011 – 97,729 miles
  • 2010 – 95,241 miles
  • 2009 – 92,425 miles
  • 2008 – 89,397 miles
  • 2007 – 85,520 miles
  • 2006 – 81,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,386 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,386 miles (+377)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    107,386 miles
    Test number
    985682965741
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass107,009 miles (+52)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,009 miles
    Test number
    544825808048
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Fuel pipe chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass106,957 miles (+555)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    106,957 miles
    Test number
    191406827057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,402 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    106,402 miles
    Test number
    824846930608
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  5. Fail106,400 miles (+631)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,400 miles
    Test number
    737064065499
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part hose insecure (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and lower (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  6. Pass105,769 miles (+731)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    105,769 miles
    Test number
    644043927757
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  7. Pass105,038 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    105,038 miles
    Test number
    254004194795
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  8. Fail105,023 miles (+752)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,023 miles
    Test number
    795111816014
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  9. Pass104,271 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    104,271 miles
    Test number
    356323725028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail104,263 miles (+854)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,263 miles
    Test number
    758790525062
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass103,409 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    103,409 miles
    Test number
    166285014014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail103,408 miles (+1,250)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,408 miles
    Test number
    895304714041
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass102,158 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    102,158 miles
    Test number
    187934713449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail102,158 miles (+1,979)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,158 miles
    Test number
    255944213074
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass100,179 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    100,179 miles
    Test number
    598552812087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,177 miles (+2,448)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,177 miles
    Test number
    878711012016
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Fail97,729 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,729 miles
    Test number
    217052311064
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  18. Pass97,729 miles (+2,488)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    97,729 miles
    Test number
    485012411017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail95,241 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,241 miles
    Test number
    172088210436
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass95,241 miles (+2,816)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    95,241 miles
    Test number
    634928110057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass92,425 miles (+3,028)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    92,425 miles
    Test number
    454579619048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass89,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    89,397 miles
    Test number
    154311028445
    • 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)

  23. Fail89,397 miles (+3,877)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,397 miles
    Test number
    172921228448
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)

  24. Pass85,520 miles (+3,830)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    85,520 miles
    Test number
    621707017018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass81,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    81,690 miles
    Test number
    970798616009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L48 XLF

Does L48 XLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L48 XLF expired on 24 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L48 XLF?
The MOT on L48 XLF expired on 24 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L48 XLF done?
L48 XLF was recorded at 107,386 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2023, an average of 1,481 miles a year.
Has L48 XLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L48 XLF has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2018.
Has the mileage on L48 XLF 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 L48 XLF find?
L48 XLF passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2023 with 3 advisories: fuel pipe/s corroded; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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