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BMW 525

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 BKLMOT history

LC61 BKL is a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 1 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 125,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

LC61 BKL black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
125,653 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 BKL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 BKL was last recorded at 125,653 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,653 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,653 miles
  • 2025 – 121,383 miles
  • 2024 – 113,497 miles
  • 2023 – 108,139 miles
  • 2022 – 105,309 miles
  • 2021 – 99,258 miles
  • 2020 – 96,362 miles
  • 2019 – 88,549 miles
  • 2018 – 84,918 miles
  • 2017 – 76,663 miles
  • 2016 – 73,567 miles
  • 2015 – 69,946 miles
  • 2014 – 60,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,653 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    125,653 miles
    Test number
    448958649072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail125,653 miles (+4,270)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,653 miles
    Test number
    705068337153
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass121,383 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    121,383 miles
    Test number
    527819923031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail121,383 miles (+7,886)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,383 miles
    Test number
    790082503758
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass113,497 miles (+5,358)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    113,497 miles
    Test number
    805763944428
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  6. Pass108,139 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,139 miles
    Test number
    440148095896
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  7. Fail108,139 miles (+2,830)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,139 miles
    Test number
    457640017309
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  8. Pass105,309 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    105,309 miles
    Test number
    985699746467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Flat Spot (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  9. Fail105,282 miles (+6,024)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,282 miles
    Test number
    259853566335
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Flat Spot (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  10. Pass99,258 miles (+2,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    99,258 miles
    Test number
    977929421244
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass96,362 miles (+7,813)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,362 miles
    Test number
    142210528454
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking on side wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass88,549 miles (+3,631)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,549 miles
    Test number
    626482063809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,918 miles (+8,255)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,918 miles
    Test number
    982632143891
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  14. Pass76,663 miles (+3,096)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,663 miles
    Test number
    183084046570
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted
  15. Pass73,567 miles (+3,621)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,567 miles
    Test number
    189773162402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,946 miles (+9,912)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,946 miles
    Test number
    208547916840
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY
  17. Pass60,034 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,034 miles
    Test number
    617175274208
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly wearing on outer edges

Questions about LC61 BKL

Does LC61 BKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 BKL is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 BKL?
The MOT on LC61 BKL is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 BKL done?
LC61 BKL was recorded at 125,653 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 5,549 miles a year.
Has LC61 BKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 BKL has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 BKL 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 LC61 BKL find?
LC61 BKL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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