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BMW 525

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LB52 GCVMOT history

LB52 GCV is a grey petrol BMW 525 first used on 5 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 151,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2023
Mileage
151,054 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 GCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 GCV was last recorded at 151,054 miles on 9 Mar 2022, 1,335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,719 miles · 5 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,335 miles
Average per year
5,910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,054 miles
  • 2021 – 149,719 miles
  • 2020 – 147,819 miles
  • 2019 – 147,297 miles
  • 2018 – 146,835 miles
  • 2017 – 146,127 miles
  • 2016 – 145,099 miles
  • 2015 – 143,899 miles
  • 2014 – 142,506 miles
  • 2013 – 140,861 miles
  • 2012 – 137,775 miles
  • 2011 – 124,498 miles
  • 2010 – 113,056 miles
  • 2009 – 97,456 miles
  • 2008 – 83,449 miles
  • 2007 – 70,469 miles
  • 2006 – 55,898 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,054 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,054 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,054 miles
    Test number
    502425230854
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail151,054 miles (+1,335)1 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,054 miles
    Test number
    617944125786
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass149,719 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    149,719 miles
    Test number
    440099155984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail149,709 miles (+1,890)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,709 miles
    Test number
    851752324838
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass147,819 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    147,819 miles
    Test number
    342407047786
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail147,815 miles (+518)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,815 miles
    Test number
    343627499737
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass147,297 miles (+462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    147,297 miles
    Test number
    902028861422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass146,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    146,835 miles
    Test number
    458959132929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail146,835 miles (+708)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,835 miles
    Test number
    429327920864
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid fill with water (8.2.3)

  10. Pass146,127 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    146,127 miles
    Test number
    136574590435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail146,121 miles (+1,022)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,121 miles
    Test number
    589294677049
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  12. Pass145,099 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    145,099 miles
    Test number
    768611865907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail145,096 miles (+1,197)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,096 miles
    Test number
    241418879909
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass143,899 miles (+1,393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    143,899 miles
    Test number
    836725955075
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass142,506 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    142,506 miles
    Test number
    299785154062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass140,861 miles (+3,086)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    140,861 miles
    Test number
    106603653422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass137,775 miles (+13,277)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    137,775 miles
    Test number
    756386742075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass124,498 miles (+11,442)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    124,498 miles
    Test number
    976337541021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass113,056 miles (+15,600)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    113,056 miles
    Test number
    291345450058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass97,456 miles (+14,007)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    97,456 miles
    Test number
    971541729078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass83,449 miles (+12,980)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    83,449 miles
    Test number
    581194328003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    70,469 miles
    Test number
    153688217016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail70,469 miles (+14,571)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,469 miles
    Test number
    311678817073
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  24. Fail55,898 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,898 miles
    Test number
    280821536014
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  25. Pass55,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    55,898 miles
    Test number
    370911136043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 GCV

Does LB52 GCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 GCV expired on 8 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 GCV?
The MOT on LB52 GCV expired on 8 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 GCV done?
LB52 GCV was recorded at 151,054 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2022, an average of 5,910 miles a year.
Has LB52 GCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 GCV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB52 GCV 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 LB52 GCV find?
LB52 GCV passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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