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BMW 525

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

LD56 EVKMOT history

LD56 EVK is a grey petrol BMW 525 first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 111,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2024.

LD56 EVK grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2025
Mileage
111,631 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2024
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,752 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 EVK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 EVK was last recorded at 111,631 miles on 11 Dec 2024, 8,918 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
102,713 miles · 1 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
8,918 miles
Average per year
5,752 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,631 miles
  • 2022 – 102,713 miles
  • 2021 – 88,675 miles
  • 2020 – 88,568 miles
  • 2019 – 88,103 miles
  • 2018 – 82,270 miles
  • 2017 – 72,717 miles
  • 2016 – 71,640 miles
  • 2015 – 70,247 miles
  • 2014 – 66,787 miles
  • 2013 – 58,608 miles
  • 2012 – 49,541 miles
  • 2011 – 40,001 miles
  • 2010 – 33,006 miles
  • 2009 – 24,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,631 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,631 miles (+8,918)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    111,631 miles
    Test number
    595343725764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,713 miles (+14,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    102,713 miles
    Test number
    721765274069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass88,675 miles (+107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,675 miles
    Test number
    999695758782
    • AdvisoryBrake efficiency readings only just met the requirements may need reapir or adjustment

  4. Pass88,568 miles (+465)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    88,568 miles
    Test number
    961263828755
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOutstanding recall found This vehicle has been recalled since at least 23 September 2020. Contact a BMW dealership to arrange for repairs.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays, engine & sill covers obscuring some testable components

  5. Pass88,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,103 miles
    Test number
    653907235293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail88,103 miles (+5,833)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,103 miles
    Test number
    615310333836
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  7. Pass82,270 miles (+9,553)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,270 miles
    Test number
    280971402560
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass72,717 miles (+1,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,717 miles
    Test number
    847490837938
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass71,640 miles (+1,393)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    71,640 miles
    Test number
    235218074497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak present

  10. Pass70,247 miles (+3,460)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    70,247 miles
    Test number
    835069445543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,787 miles (+8,179)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    885412464228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,608 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,608 miles
    Test number
    698971763264
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail58,608 miles (+9,067)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,608 miles
    Test number
    526631063246
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass49,541 miles (+9,540)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    49,541 miles
    Test number
    765384362248
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass40,001 miles (+6,995)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,001 miles
    Test number
    479906051210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,006 miles (+8,887)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,006 miles
    Test number
    423967450244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,119 miles
    Test number
    720907269297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 EVK

Does LD56 EVK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 EVK expired on 10 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 EVK?
The MOT on LD56 EVK expired on 10 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 EVK done?
LD56 EVK was recorded at 111,631 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2024, an average of 5,752 miles a year.
Has LD56 EVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 EVK has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on LD56 EVK 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 EVK find?
LD56 EVK passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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