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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

LC07 DXZMOT history

LC07 DXZ is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 1 May 2007. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 242,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2023.

LC07 DXZ grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2024
Mileage
242,343 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2023
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
13,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC07 DXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 May 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC07 DXZ was last recorded at 242,343 miles on 10 Aug 2023, 8,392 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
233,951 miles · 3 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
8,392 miles
Average per year
13,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 242,343 miles
  • 2022 – 233,951 miles
  • 2021 – 224,353 miles
  • 2020 – 217,843 miles
  • 2019 – 212,315 miles
  • 2018 – 196,647 miles
  • 2017 – 173,263 miles
  • 2016 – 152,503 miles
  • 2015 – 143,492 miles
  • 2014 – 141,395 miles
  • 2013 – 126,070 miles
  • 2012 – 114,897 miles
  • 2011 – 89,912 miles
  • 2010 – 64,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,343 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear heatshield insecure

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 Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,343 miles (+8,392)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    242,343 miles
    Test number
    640864688233
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield insecure

  2. Pass233,951 miles (+363)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    233,951 miles
    Test number
    317846042472
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail233,588 miles (+9,235)3 dangerous1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,588 miles
    Test number
    893480276825
    • DangerousNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass224,353 miles (+6,510)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    224,353 miles
    Test number
    125707170598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Pass217,843 miles (+5,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    217,843 miles
    Test number
    443354894978
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitting

  6. Pass212,315 miles (+15,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    212,315 miles
    Test number
    182576921135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6 limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass196,647 miles (+616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    196,647 miles
    Test number
    922579029186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Fail196,031 miles (+22,768)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,031 miles
    Test number
    861564961529
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass173,263 miles (+20,760)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    173,263 miles
    Test number
    663833075519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass152,503 miles (+9,011)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    152,503 miles
    Test number
    572887898479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass143,492 miles (+2,097)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    143,492 miles
    Test number
    558302025154
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass141,395 miles (+15,325)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    141,395 miles
    Test number
    869536314195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass126,070 miles (+11,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    126,070 miles
    Test number
    288273003159
    • 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)

  14. Pass114,897 miles (+24,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    114,897 miles
    Test number
    217690112131
    • 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. Pass89,912 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    89,912 miles
    Test number
    488108991064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail89,912 miles (+25,546)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,912 miles
    Test number
    238518191015
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass64,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    64,366 miles
    Test number
    220905020444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC07 DXZ

Does LC07 DXZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC07 DXZ expired on 9 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC07 DXZ?
The MOT on LC07 DXZ expired on 9 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC07 DXZ done?
LC07 DXZ was recorded at 242,343 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2023, an average of 13,417 miles a year.
Has LC07 DXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC07 DXZ has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LC07 DXZ 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 LC07 DXZ find?
LC07 DXZ passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2023 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 9 more.

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