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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,497 cc

LD52 DXYMOT history

LD52 DXY is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 2 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 185,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2022.

LD52 DXY silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2023
Mileage
185,738 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2022
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD52 DXY
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
2 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD52 DXY was last recorded at 185,738 miles on 12 Nov 2022, 30,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Oct 2009: 81,021 miles, lower than 88,703 miles on 23 Oct 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
155,681 miles · 9 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
30,057 miles
Average per year
7,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 185,738 miles
  • 2021 – 155,681 miles
  • 2020 – 138,375 miles
  • 2019 – 137,496 miles
  • 2017 – 133,115 miles
  • 2016 – 130,265 miles
  • 2015 – 125,837 miles
  • 2014 – 119,411 miles
  • 2013 – 105,304 miles
  • 2012 – 100,490 miles
  • 2011 – 92,200 miles
  • 2009 – 81,021 miles
  • 2008 – 88,703 miles
  • 2007 – 76,345 miles
  • 2006 – 64,370 miles
  • 2005 – 57,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,738 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,738 miles (+30,057)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    185,738 miles
    Test number
    931549883637
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass155,681 miles (+17,306)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    155,681 miles
    Test number
    800799896114
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted -- not allowing full inspection of covered areas
  3. Pass138,375 miles (+879)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,375 miles
    Test number
    750348419834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,496 miles4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    137,496 miles
    Test number
    901923799102
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central and both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff has a oil leak
  5. Fail137,496 miles (+4,381)1 dangerous4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,496 miles
    Test number
    523206950514
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central and both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff has a oil leak
  6. Pass133,115 miles (+2,850)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    133,115 miles
    Test number
    810522571472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  7. Pass130,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    130,265 miles
    Test number
    665456299545
    • AdvisoryFUEL PIPE CORRODED
  8. Fail130,265 miles (+4,428)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,265 miles
    Test number
    602459196000
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFUEL PIPE CORRODED
  9. Pass125,837 miles (+6,426)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    125,837 miles
    Test number
    908188785581
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHand brake system only just met requirements, needs adjustment or repair
  10. Pass119,411 miles (+14,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    119,411 miles
    Test number
    175139244231
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass105,304 miles (+4,814)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    105,304 miles
    Test number
    279660003492
    • NoteOil leak
  12. Pass100,490 miles (+8,290)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    100,490 miles
    Test number
    187413332240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,200 miles (+11,179)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    92,200 miles
    Test number
    545572911036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges and cracking.
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding slightly
    • NoteNearside reartyre cracking.
  14. Pass81,021 miles (-7,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    81,021 miles
    Test number
    302436899435
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
  15. Pass88,703 miles (+12,358)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    88,703 miles
    Test number
    940587298246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,345 miles (+11,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    76,345 miles
    Test number
    821038077244
    • 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)
  17. Pass64,370 miles (+7,057)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    64,370 miles
    Test number
    381032476222
    • NoteCentre brake light not working
  18. Pass57,313 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    57,313 miles
    Test number
    950689295290
    • NoteRear brake discs slight corrosion on inner faces

Questions about LD52 DXY

Does LD52 DXY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD52 DXY expired on 11 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD52 DXY?
The MOT on LD52 DXY expired on 11 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD52 DXY done?
LD52 DXY was recorded at 185,738 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2022, an average of 7,534 miles a year.
Has LD52 DXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD52 DXY has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on LD52 DXY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Oct 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD52 DXY find?
LD52 DXY passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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