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BMW 525

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

L7 RBRMOT history

L7 RBR is a grey petrol BMW 525 first used on 12 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 140,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
140,012 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 RBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 RBR was last recorded at 140,012 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,926 miles · 2 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
5,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,012 miles
  • 2025 – 136,325 miles
  • 2024 – 129,775 miles
  • 2023 – 121,081 miles
  • 2022 – 114,939 miles
  • 2021 – 109,592 miles
  • 2020 – 107,389 miles
  • 2019 – 104,413 miles
  • 2018 – 99,342 miles
  • 2017 – 90,721 miles
  • 2016 – 85,196 miles
  • 2015 – 79,751 miles
  • 2014 – 76,103 miles
  • 2013 – 72,151 miles
  • 2012 – 67,872 miles
  • 2011 – 63,745 miles
  • 2010 – 58,417 miles
  • 2009 – 53,285 miles
  • 2008 – 42,986 miles
  • 2007 – 31,088 miles
  • 2006 – 24,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,012 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc back plate looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront undertray looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,012 miles (+86)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    140,012 miles
    Test number
    446382805176
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc back plate loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront undertray loose

  2. Fail139,926 miles (+3,601)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,926 miles
    Test number
    188585428371
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc back plate loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront undertray loose

  3. Pass136,325 miles (+26)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    136,325 miles
    Test number
    133383868359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail136,299 miles (+6,524)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,299 miles
    Test number
    246170914732
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,775 miles (+107)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    129,775 miles
    Test number
    622325733528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail129,668 miles (+8,587)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,668 miles
    Test number
    476145761360
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass121,081 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    121,081 miles
    Test number
    347612242876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  8. Fail121,081 miles (+6,142)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,081 miles
    Test number
    695029757130
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  9. Pass114,939 miles (+5,347)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    114,939 miles
    Test number
    516694429127
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass109,592 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    109,592 miles
    Test number
    422772557876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail109,592 miles (+2,203)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,592 miles
    Test number
    698711090357
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn small arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low and bald on inner edges

  12. Pass107,389 miles (+2,976)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    107,389 miles
    Test number
    607436115564
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  13. Pass104,413 miles (+198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    104,413 miles
    Test number
    535719115876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail104,215 miles (+4,873)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,215 miles
    Test number
    368279722332
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass99,342 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,342 miles
    Test number
    755334850561
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Fail99,337 miles (+8,616)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,337 miles
    Test number
    100650959225
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Pass90,721 miles (+5,525)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    90,721 miles
    Test number
    936263522466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,196 miles (+5,445)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,196 miles
    Test number
    661667096911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass79,751 miles (+3,648)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    79,751 miles
    Test number
    648887465123
    • NoteOsr tyre low on inner edge.

  20. Pass76,103 miles (+3,952)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    76,103 miles
    Test number
    556660094191
    • NoteCar is fitted with full body under side tray

  21. Pass72,151 miles (+4,279)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,151 miles
    Test number
    677304393129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,872 miles (+4,127)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    67,872 miles
    Test number
    935519782177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,745 miles (+5,328)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    63,745 miles
    Test number
    718744391185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,417 miles (+5,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,417 miles
    Test number
    264660340119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass53,285 miles (+10,299)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,285 miles
    Test number
    581591149179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,986 miles (+11,898)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,986 miles
    Test number
    122817628175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,088 miles (+6,476)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,088 miles
    Test number
    144054247186
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  28. Pass24,612 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    24,612 miles
    Test number
    522974286238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about L7 RBR

Does L7 RBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 RBR is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 RBR?
The MOT on L7 RBR is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 RBR done?
L7 RBR was recorded at 140,012 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 5,848 miles a year.
Has L7 RBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 RBR has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 RBR 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 L7 RBR find?
L7 RBR passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: offside rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; offside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 8 more.

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