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BMW 525

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 2,497 cc

LB09 AFOMOT history

LB09 AFO is a blue petrol BMW 525 first used on 9 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 25 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 171,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Apr 2026
Mileage
171,018 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,242 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 AFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 AFO was last recorded at 171,018 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jun 2014: 21,624 miles, lower than 26,757 miles on 27 Jun 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
171,014 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
12,242 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,018 miles
  • 2024 – 152,614 miles
  • 2023 – 136,646 miles
  • 2022 – 119,436 miles
  • 2021 – 107,906 miles
  • 2020 – 101,985 miles
  • 2019 – 85,556 miles
  • 2018 – 70,253 miles
  • 2017 – 50,166 miles
  • 2016 – 38,273 miles
  • 2015 – 23,742 miles
  • 2014 – 21,624 miles
  • 2013 – 26,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,018 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,018 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    171,018 miles
    Test number
    354179616484
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail171,014 miles (+18,400)6 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,014 miles
    Test number
    884293397573
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective bonnet stays in/op (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,614 miles (+15,968)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    152,614 miles
    Test number
    979831256231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    136,646 miles
    Test number
    369481267295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail136,643 miles (+17,207)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,643 miles
    Test number
    376604993124
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass119,436 miles (+11,530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,436 miles
    Test number
    335072774886
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass107,906 miles (+5,921)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    107,906 miles
    Test number
    270900806729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass101,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,985 miles
    Test number
    631100205743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,983 miles (+16,427)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,983 miles
    Test number
    260222512765
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass85,556 miles (+15,303)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,556 miles
    Test number
    538658483433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,253 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,253 miles
    Test number
    794134121558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,251 miles (+20,085)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,251 miles
    Test number
    731969839450
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass50,166 miles (+11,893)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    50,166 miles
    Test number
    707705100852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,273 miles (+14,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    38,273 miles
    Test number
    675749903260
    • 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)

  15. Pass23,742 miles (+2,118)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    23,742 miles
    Test number
    379563765070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,624 miles (-5,133)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    21,624 miles
    Test number
    259792564100
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass26,757 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    26,757 miles
    Test number
    688308173114
    • 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)

  18. Fail22,534 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,534 km
    Test number
    286750772479
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass22,534 km
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    22,534 km
    Test number
    988840672176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 AFO

Does LB09 AFO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 AFO expired on 25 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 AFO?
The MOT on LB09 AFO expired on 25 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 AFO done?
LB09 AFO was recorded at 171,018 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 12,242 miles a year.
Has LB09 AFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 AFO has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB09 AFO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB09 AFO find?
LB09 AFO passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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