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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

LB09 JOHMOT history

LB09 JOH is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 30 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 136,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
136,255 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 JOH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 JOH was last recorded at 136,255 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,234 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
7,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,255 miles
  • 2025 – 132,267 miles
  • 2024 – 128,839 miles
  • 2023 – 124,511 miles
  • 2022 – 120,679 miles
  • 2021 – 116,381 miles
  • 2020 – 112,938 miles
  • 2019 – 107,443 miles
  • 2018 – 98,394 miles
  • 2017 – 81,918 miles
  • 2016 – 78,137 miles
  • 2015 – 72,428 miles
  • 2014 – 66,880 miles
  • 2013 – 60,151 miles
  • 2012 – 26,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,255 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fittedRecorded 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Under body off vehicle has play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,255 miles (+21)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    136,255 miles
    Test number
    407574041060
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Fail136,234 miles (+3,967)1 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,234 miles
    Test number
    730967319061
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass132,267 miles (+3,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    132,267 miles
    Test number
    590353520187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass128,839 miles (+4,328)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    128,839 miles
    Test number
    630801356978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,511 miles (+3,832)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    124,511 miles
    Test number
    130279133472
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass120,679 miles (+4,298)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    120,679 miles
    Test number
    693923388616
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass116,381 miles (+3,443)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    116,381 miles
    Test number
    479976926191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,938 miles (+5,495)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    112,938 miles
    Test number
    558583505318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,443 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    107,443 miles
    Test number
    634141010400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail107,441 miles (+9,047)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,441 miles
    Test number
    314624164553
    • MajorNearside Track rod end modification unsafe lock nut loose (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass98,394 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,394 miles
    Test number
    326113880220
    • AdvisoryUnder body off vehicle has play

  12. Fail98,394 miles (+16,476)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,394 miles
    Test number
    322106190592
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body off vehicle has play

  13. Pass81,918 miles (+655)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,918 miles
    Test number
    877271203179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,263 miles (+3,126)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    81,263 miles
    Test number
    818050825171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,137 miles (+5,709)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,137 miles
    Test number
    754842874605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,428 miles (+5,548)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,428 miles
    Test number
    605843935131
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass66,880 miles (+6,729)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,880 miles
    Test number
    767536414122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,151 miles (+363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    60,151 miles
    Test number
    608420183118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail59,788 miles (+33,639)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,788 miles
    Test number
    829079663101
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low especially on edges
    • NoteMinor chips in windscreen
    • NoteN/s o/s handbrake not locking out
    • NoteSlight lip front and rear brake discs

  20. Pass26,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,149 miles
    Test number
    508143652185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 JOH

Does LB09 JOH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 JOH is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 JOH?
The MOT on LB09 JOH is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 JOH done?
LB09 JOH was recorded at 136,255 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 7,968 miles a year.
Has LB09 JOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 JOH has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 JOH 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 LB09 JOH find?
LB09 JOH passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 4 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear brake hose slightly damaged; offside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 6 more.

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