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BMW 525

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LD56 KVPMOT history

LD56 KVP is a grey petrol BMW 525 first used on 21 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2021 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 228,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2021
Mileage
228,806 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2023
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 KVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD56 KVP was last recorded at 228,806 miles on 3 Jan 2023, 9,445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
219,361 miles · 17 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
9,445 miles
Average per year
12,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 228,806 miles
  • 2020 – 219,361 miles
  • 2019 – 206,737 miles
  • 2018 – 177,262 miles
  • 2017 – 162,167 miles
  • 2016 – 152,564 miles
  • 2015 – 137,783 miles
  • 2014 – 125,935 miles
  • 2013 – 114,769 miles
  • 2012 – 103,353 miles
  • 2011 – 92,401 miles
  • 2010 – 82,042 miles
  • 2009 – 57,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail228,806 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail228,806 miles (+9,445)2 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,806 miles
    Test number
    470763419977
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass219,361 miles (+12,624)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    219,361 miles
    Test number
    809985141425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass206,737 miles (+29,475)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    206,737 miles
    Test number
    128196984433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass177,262 miles (+15,095)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    177,262 miles
    Test number
    813455842486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass162,167 miles (+9,603)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    162,167 miles
    Test number
    722193463942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass152,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    152,564 miles
    Test number
    919311850885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail152,564 miles (+14,781)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,564 miles
    Test number
    263877481145
    • FailureFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  8. Pass137,783 miles (+11,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    137,783 miles
    Test number
    642841277946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass125,935 miles (+11,166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    125,935 miles
    Test number
    858683364263
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass114,769 miles (+11,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    114,769 miles
    Test number
    429354263257
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass103,353 miles (+10,952)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    103,353 miles
    Test number
    938243472259
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on outer edge

  12. Pass92,401 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    92,401 miles
    Test number
    359674971269
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail92,401 miles (+10,359)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,401 miles
    Test number
    595034471262
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass82,042 miles (+24,641)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    82,042 miles
    Test number
    693237660222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    57,401 miles
    Test number
    644064369260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 KVP

Does LD56 KVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 KVP expired on 16 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 KVP?
The MOT on LD56 KVP expired on 16 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 KVP done?
LD56 KVP was recorded at 228,806 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2023, an average of 12,903 miles a year.
Has LD56 KVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 KVP has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LD56 KVP 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 KVP find?
LD56 KVP failed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel; offside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 9 more.

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