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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LD56 BHJMOT history

LD56 BHJ is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 12 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 157,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2022.

LD56 BHJ grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2023
Mileage
157,791 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 BHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 BHJ was last recorded at 157,791 miles on 16 Oct 2022, 7,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,754 miles · 29 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
7,037 miles
Average per year
7,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,791 miles
  • 2021 – 150,754 miles
  • 2020 – 145,539 miles
  • 2019 – 140,055 miles
  • 2018 – 133,634 miles
  • 2017 – 126,835 miles
  • 2016 – 120,382 miles
  • 2015 – 114,918 miles
  • 2014 – 111,411 miles
  • 2013 – 105,829 miles
  • 2012 – 100,889 miles
  • 2011 – 94,563 miles
  • 2010 – 83,299 miles
  • 2009 – 63,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,791 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Eml on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Noise coming from clutch bearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    157,791 miles
    Test number
    488770797272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail157,791 miles (+7,037)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,791 miles
    Test number
    393396564051
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))

  3. Pass150,754 miles (+5,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    150,754 miles
    Test number
    285023718242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass145,539 miles (+5,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    145,539 miles
    Test number
    578551652338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass140,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,055 miles
    Test number
    681222147601
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail140,055 miles (+6,421)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,055 miles
    Test number
    735602596517
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass133,634 miles (+6,799)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,634 miles
    Test number
    282337677593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,835 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    126,835 miles
    Test number
    406018558379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryNoise coming from clutch bearing

  9. Fail126,816 miles (+6,434)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,816 miles
    Test number
    544690560845
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryNoise coming from clutch bearing

  10. Pass120,382 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    120,382 miles
    Test number
    546580807999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail120,194 miles (+5,276)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,194 miles
    Test number
    897943715928
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside 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)

  12. Pass114,918 miles (+3,507)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    114,918 miles
    Test number
    546480587432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass111,411 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    111,411 miles
    Test number
    358689464232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  14. Fail111,411 miles (+5,582)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,411 miles
    Test number
    289909964240
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  15. Pass105,829 miles (+6)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    105,829 miles
    Test number
    585352483230
    • NoteMovement o/s & n/s front suspension arm bushes
    • NoteO/s & n/s front tyres wearing both edges

  16. Fail105,823 miles (+4,934)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,823 miles
    Test number
    317420883422
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteMovement o/s & n/s front suspension arm bushes
    • NoteO/s & n/s front tyres wearing both edges

  17. Pass100,889 miles (+6,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    100,889 miles
    Test number
    428670082250
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass94,563 miles (+11,264)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    94,563 miles
    Test number
    398323081247
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass83,299 miles (+19,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    83,299 miles
    Test number
    474997300292
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass63,584 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,584 miles
    Test number
    884830139295
    • NoteAdvise rear tyres 2m

Questions about LD56 BHJ

Does LD56 BHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 BHJ expired on 15 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 BHJ?
The MOT on LD56 BHJ expired on 15 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 BHJ done?
LD56 BHJ was recorded at 157,791 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2022, an average of 7,158 miles a year.
Has LD56 BHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 BHJ has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LD56 BHJ 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 LD56 BHJ find?
LD56 BHJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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