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BMW 525

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LD53 VFAMOT history

LD53 VFA is a green petrol BMW 525 first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 214,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2023
Mileage
214,439 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,164 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VFA was last recorded at 214,439 miles on 16 Nov 2022, 1,483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,956 miles · 18 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,483 miles
Average per year
11,164 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 214,439 miles
  • 2021 – 212,956 miles
  • 2020 – 212,646 miles
  • 2018 – 212,608 miles
  • 2017 – 204,732 miles
  • 2016 – 195,505 miles
  • 2015 – 184,771 miles
  • 2014 – 173,536 miles
  • 2013 – 159,866 miles
  • 2012 – 150,297 miles
  • 2011 – 129,226 miles
  • 2010 – 109,797 miles
  • 2009 – 85,088 miles
  • 2008 – 62,150 miles
  • 2007 – 43,377 miles
  • 2006 – 35,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,439 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum over filled, leaking (2.1.5 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing , edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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.

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • EML on

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear exhaust clamp corroded and broken

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,439 miles (+1,483)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    214,439 miles
    Test number
    743639748874
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum over filled, leaking (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing , edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  2. Pass212,956 miles (+310)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    212,956 miles
    Test number
    179178570249
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass212,646 miles (+38)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    212,646 miles
    Test number
    795947470828
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass212,608 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    212,608 miles
    Test number
    140154194094
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEmissions were very erratic
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp corroded and broken
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryVehicle has erratic idle
  5. Fail212,608 miles (+7,876)3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,608 miles
    Test number
    910081142080
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEmissions were very erratic
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp corroded and broken
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryVehicle has erratic idle
  6. Pass204,732 miles18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    204,732 miles
    Test number
    393905668933
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryEmissions were erratic
    • AdvisoryErratic idle
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp getting hazy
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover cracked and broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp corroded and broken
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySecondary park brake just met requirements, will need attention or adjustment soon
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  7. Fail204,732 miles (+9,227)7 failures17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,732 miles
    Test number
    879758566878
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Headlamp excessively hazy (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryEmissions were erratic
    • AdvisoryErratic idle
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover cracked and broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp corroded and broken
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySecondary park brake just met requirements, will need attention or adjustment soon
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  8. Pass195,505 miles (+6)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    195,505 miles
    Test number
    116776774644
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps getting hazy
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light illuminated
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both nearside and offside inner (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside inner faces (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNo nearside mirror glass present
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has abnormal wear
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  9. Fail195,499 miles (+10,728)3 failures16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,499 miles
    Test number
    952847661301
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps getting hazy
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light illuminated
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both nearside and offside inner (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside inner faces (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNo nearside mirror glass present
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has abnormal wear
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  10. Pass184,771 miles (+11,235)1 dangerous11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    184,771 miles
    Test number
    634783165953
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryEmissions were erattic
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen cracked however not in the drivers view
    • AdvisoryNail in offside front tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryParking brake will need attention
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight play steering rack inner joints
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  11. Pass173,536 miles (+52)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    173,536 miles
    Test number
    158268934307
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEML light on
    • NoteEmissions were eratic
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Fail173,484 miles (+13,618)3 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,484 miles
    Test number
    415833034324
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEML light on
    • NoteEmissions were eratic
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass159,866 miles (+9,569)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    159,866 miles
    Test number
    335844733370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass150,297 miles (+21,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    150,297 miles
    Test number
    779920212269
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  15. Pass129,226 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    129,226 miles
    Test number
    605363311208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail129,187 miles (+19,390)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,187 miles
    Test number
    979701511248
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  17. Pass109,797 miles (+24,709)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    109,797 miles
    Test number
    562202610297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,088 miles (+22,938)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,088 miles
    Test number
    703006309260
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass62,150 miles (+18,773)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    62,150 miles
    Test number
    711040318298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    43,377 miles
    Test number
    510484417206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,377 miles (+7,404)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,377 miles
    Test number
    882282217239
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
  22. Pass35,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    35,973 miles
    Test number
    463465926335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 VFA

Does LD53 VFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 VFA expired on 17 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VFA?
The MOT on LD53 VFA expired on 17 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 VFA done?
LD53 VFA was recorded at 214,439 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2022, an average of 11,164 miles a year.
Has LD53 VFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VFA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on LD53 VFA 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 LD53 VFA find?
LD53 VFA passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2022 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective smearing; power steering fluid level below minimum over filled, leaking; items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 6 more.

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