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BMW 525

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 2,494 cc

L82 GBLMOT history

L82 GBL is a silver petrol BMW 525 first used on 25 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 152,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2022
Mileage
152,850 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2021
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,906 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L82 GBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
25 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

L82 GBL was last recorded at 152,850 miles on 9 Dec 2021, 2,026 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
150,824 miles · 8 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,026 miles
Average per year
3,906 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 152,850 miles
  • 2020 – 150,824 miles
  • 2019 – 147,957 miles
  • 2018 – 142,894 miles
  • 2017 – 140,575 miles
  • 2016 – 136,391 miles
  • 2015 – 132,750 miles
  • 2014 – 130,914 miles
  • 2013 – 128,146 miles
  • 2012 – 123,782 miles
  • 2011 – 118,863 miles
  • 2010 – 115,442 miles
  • 2009 – 110,008 miles
  • 2008 – 105,477 miles
  • 2006 – 91,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,850 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,850 miles (+2,026)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    152,850 miles
    Test number
    332366142264
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,824 miles (+2,867)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    150,824 miles
    Test number
    336290372157
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass147,957 miles (+5,063)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    147,957 miles
    Test number
    753409772398
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass142,894 miles (+2,319)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    142,894 miles
    Test number
    489791702728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,575 miles (+4,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    140,575 miles
    Test number
    175846764688
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corrosion on outer sill, not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass136,391 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    136,391 miles
    Test number
    561771376719
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Fail136,391 miles (+3,641)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,391 miles
    Test number
    899383470304
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass132,750 miles (+1,836)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    132,750 miles
    Test number
    569909085074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,914 miles (+2,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    130,914 miles
    Test number
    718856804133
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass128,146 miles (+4,364)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    128,146 miles
    Test number
    787051303123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass123,782 miles (+4,919)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    123,782 miles
    Test number
    438679882083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass118,863 miles (+3,421)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    118,863 miles
    Test number
    805068181070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,442 miles (+5,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    115,442 miles
    Test number
    611960910197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass110,008 miles (+4,531)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    110,008 miles
    Test number
    704609489034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,477 miles (+14,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    105,477 miles
    Test number
    612855418170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass91,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    91,065 miles
    Test number
    274274546027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L82 GBL

Does L82 GBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L82 GBL expired on 8 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L82 GBL?
The MOT on L82 GBL expired on 8 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L82 GBL done?
L82 GBL was recorded at 152,850 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2021, an average of 3,906 miles a year.
Has L82 GBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L82 GBL has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2016.
Has the mileage on L82 GBL 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 L82 GBL find?
L82 GBL passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2021 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front inner steering linkage ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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