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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LB55 AVJMOT history

LB55 AVJ is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 2 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 186,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2024
Mileage
186,748 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 AVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 AVJ was last recorded at 186,748 miles on 4 Feb 2023, 4,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,555 miles · 1 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
4,193 miles
Average per year
7,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 186,748 miles
  • 2022 – 182,555 miles
  • 2021 – 178,750 miles
  • 2020 – 175,780 miles
  • 2018 – 168,495 miles
  • 2017 – 166,982 miles
  • 2016 – 163,635 miles
  • 2015 – 152,395 miles
  • 2014 – 142,721 miles
  • 2013 – 133,085 miles
  • 2012 – 125,662 miles
  • 2011 – 117,286 miles
  • 2010 – 110,727 miles
  • 2009 – 96,267 miles
  • 2008 – 73,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,748 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,748 miles (+4,193)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    186,748 miles
    Test number
    655222875893
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass182,555 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    182,555 miles
    Test number
    870419872068
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail182,555 miles (+3,805)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,555 miles
    Test number
    131994743232
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass178,750 miles (+2,970)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    178,750 miles
    Test number
    413368970559
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass175,780 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    175,780 miles
    Test number
    136858374302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail175,780 miles (+7,285)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,780 miles
    Test number
    633351202975
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake sticking slightly
  7. Pass168,495 miles (+1,513)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    168,495 miles
    Test number
    638377906014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass166,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    166,982 miles
    Test number
    845325208098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail166,982 miles (+3,347)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,982 miles
    Test number
    682472246584
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  10. Pass163,635 miles (+11,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    163,635 miles
    Test number
    896173427584
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Pass152,395 miles (+9,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    152,395 miles
    Test number
    843574388480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  12. Pass142,721 miles (+9,636)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    142,721 miles
    Test number
    169855334392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass133,085 miles (+7,423)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    133,085 miles
    Test number
    528546233367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass125,662 miles (+8,376)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    125,662 miles
    Test number
    479604122371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass117,286 miles (+6,559)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    117,286 miles
    Test number
    495867221439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass110,727 miles (+14,460)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    110,727 miles
    Test number
    634236620332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass96,267 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    96,267 miles
    Test number
    671133019393
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Fail96,266 miles (+22,490)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,266 miles
    Test number
    513163419300
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Pass73,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    73,776 miles
    Test number
    412457718317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,776 miles4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,776 miles
    Test number
    123636718320
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked

Questions about LB55 AVJ

Does LB55 AVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 AVJ expired on 5 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 AVJ?
The MOT on LB55 AVJ expired on 5 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 AVJ done?
LB55 AVJ was recorded at 186,748 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2023, an average of 7,938 miles a year.
Has LB55 AVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 AVJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 AVJ 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 LB55 AVJ find?
LB55 AVJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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