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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,497 cc

LD08 BYYMOT history

LD08 BYY is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

LD08 BYY blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
96,888 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 BYY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 BYY was last recorded at 96,888 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 4,373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,515 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,373 miles
Average per year
5,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,888 miles
  • 2025 – 92,515 miles
  • 2024 – 87,159 miles
  • 2023 – 82,188 miles
  • 2022 – 71,324 miles
  • 2021 – 62,497 miles
  • 2020 – 53,838 miles
  • 2019 – 44,626 miles
  • 2018 – 41,995 miles
  • 2017 – 37,675 miles
  • 2016 – 35,176 miles
  • 2015 – 32,441 miles
  • 2014 – 28,855 miles
  • 2013 – 23,664 miles
  • 2012 – 19,696 miles
  • 2011 – 14,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,888 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,888 miles (+4,373)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    96,888 miles
    Test number
    981089098615
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass92,515 miles (+5,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    92,515 miles
    Test number
    767801666823
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass87,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    87,159 miles
    Test number
    698293848454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,159 miles (+4,971)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,159 miles
    Test number
    744030288088
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass82,188 miles (+10,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    82,188 miles
    Test number
    601039106079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass71,324 miles (+8,827)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,324 miles
    Test number
    344057965669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass62,497 miles (+8,659)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    62,497 miles
    Test number
    303540375413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,838 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    53,838 miles
    Test number
    542250703046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  9. Fail53,838 miles (+9,212)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,838 miles
    Test number
    107325125901
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  10. Pass44,626 miles (+2,631)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,626 miles
    Test number
    577425263250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,995 miles (+4,320)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    41,995 miles
    Test number
    738566109173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,675 miles (+2,499)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    37,675 miles
    Test number
    928412799371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,176 miles (+2,735)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,176 miles
    Test number
    902045647832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,441 miles (+3,586)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    32,441 miles
    Test number
    877409785054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail28,855 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,855 miles
    Test number
    557172574023
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass28,855 miles (+5,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    28,855 miles
    Test number
    938522474051
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass23,664 miles (+3,968)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,664 miles
    Test number
    766475563058
    • NoteEmissions too lean to register

  18. Pass19,696 miles (+4,827)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    19,696 miles
    Test number
    166235172009
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail14,869 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,869 miles
    Test number
    198922081011
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePlastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

  20. Pass14,869 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    14,869 miles
    Test number
    785612281088
    • NotePlastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Questions about LD08 BYY

Does LD08 BYY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 BYY is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 BYY?
The MOT on LD08 BYY is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 BYY done?
LD08 BYY was recorded at 96,888 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 5,471 miles a year.
Has LD08 BYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 BYY has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 BYY 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 LD08 BYY find?
LD08 BYY passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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