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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,497 cc

LC02 BGKMOT history

LC02 BGK is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 16 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 175,753 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 28 Oct 2023
Mileage
175,753 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2022
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC02 BGK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC02 BGK was last recorded at 175,753 miles on 28 Oct 2022, 647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,106 miles · 30 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
647 miles
Average per year
7,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 175,753 miles
  • 2021 – 167,583 miles
  • 2020 – 159,781 miles
  • 2019 – 153,246 miles
  • 2018 – 145,604 miles
  • 2017 – 137,123 miles
  • 2016 – 127,515 miles
  • 2015 – 117,382 miles
  • 2014 – 113,839 miles
  • 2013 – 111,039 miles
  • 2012 – 108,093 miles
  • 2011 – 96,699 miles
  • 2010 – 90,130 miles
  • 2009 – 80,614 miles
  • 2008 – 68,091 miles
  • 2007 – 58,830 miles
  • 2006 – 48,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,753 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside front hub damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside front brake dust cover worn
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear sub-frame bushes worn

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to N/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to O/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,753 miles (+647)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    175,753 miles
    Test number
    389838737491
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front hub damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake dust cover worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame bushes worn

  2. Fail175,106 miles (+7,523)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,106 miles
    Test number
    215836872132
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear sub frame bushes have play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNumber plate lights dim

  3. Pass167,583 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    167,583 miles
    Test number
    531682371660
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to N/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to O/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to wear stops (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to vehicle

  4. Fail167,582 miles (+7,801)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,582 miles
    Test number
    433474661794
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to N/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to O/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to wear stops (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to vehicle

  5. Pass159,781 miles (+41)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    159,781 miles
    Test number
    967126424902
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail159,740 miles (+6,494)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,740 miles
    Test number
    755943582183
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass153,246 miles (+7,642)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    153,246 miles
    Test number
    251368623963
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner look over half worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch liner in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass145,604 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    145,604 miles
    Test number
    446575668012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades smeary

  9. Fail145,604 miles (+8,481)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,604 miles
    Test number
    744311036944
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades smeary

  10. Pass137,123 miles (+9,608)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    137,123 miles
    Test number
    375618378428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bold on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bold on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass127,515 miles (+10,133)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    127,515 miles
    Test number
    206834228072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,382 miles (+3,543)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    117,382 miles
    Test number
    722918880652
    • 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)

  13. Pass113,839 miles (+2,800)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    113,839 miles
    Test number
    445022554476
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low

  14. Pass111,039 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    111,039 miles
    Test number
    385088443377
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Fail111,039 miles (+2,946)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,039 miles
    Test number
    778027643354
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass108,093 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    108,093 miles
    Test number
    888063652309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail108,083 miles (+5,269)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,083 miles
    Test number
    679642452333
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass102,814 miles (+6,115)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    102,814 miles
    Test number
    567999472071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass96,699 miles (+6,569)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    96,699 miles
    Test number
    898164191076
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass90,130 miles (+9,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    90,130 miles
    Test number
    480649900192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail80,614 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,614 miles
    Test number
    133960229119
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass80,614 miles (+12,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    80,614 miles
    Test number
    974830129157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail68,091 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,091 miles
    Test number
    212501228139
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass68,091 miles (+9,261)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    68,091 miles
    Test number
    662151828157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,830 miles (+9,975)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    58,830 miles
    Test number
    400406237112
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in slightly poor condition

  26. Pass48,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,855 miles
    Test number
    503659236113
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LC02 BGK

Does LC02 BGK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC02 BGK expired on 28 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC02 BGK?
The MOT on LC02 BGK expired on 28 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC02 BGK done?
LC02 BGK was recorded at 175,753 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2022, an average of 7,717 miles a year.
Has LC02 BGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC02 BGK has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LC02 BGK 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 LC02 BGK find?
LC02 BGK passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2022 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front hub damaged, and 4 more.

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