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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,497 cc

LE57 HFTMOT history

LE57 HFT is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 1 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 183,208 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

LE57 HFT blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
183,208 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 HFT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 HFT was last recorded at 183,208 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 64 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,144 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
64 miles
Average per year
8,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 183,208 miles
  • 2024 – 180,235 miles
  • 2023 – 175,706 miles
  • 2022 – 172,024 miles
  • 2021 – 169,821 miles
  • 2020 – 166,507 miles
  • 2019 – 156,631 miles
  • 2018 – 138,819 miles
  • 2017 – 125,903 miles
  • 2016 – 116,093 miles
  • 2015 – 106,924 miles
  • 2014 – 97,014 miles
  • 2013 – 89,137 miles
  • 2012 – 81,860 miles
  • 2011 – 73,475 miles
  • 2010 – 63,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,208 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,208 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    183,208 miles
    Test number
    138232069783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail183,144 miles (+2,909)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,144 miles
    Test number
    283622168244
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass180,235 miles (+4,529)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    180,235 miles
    Test number
    688362065675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass175,706 miles (+3,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    175,706 miles
    Test number
    112976339872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass172,024 miles (+2,203)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    172,024 miles
    Test number
    730577264577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass169,821 miles (+3,314)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    169,821 miles
    Test number
    279292955787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass166,507 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    166,507 miles
    Test number
    439816481367
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  8. Fail166,507 miles (+9,876)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,507 miles
    Test number
    746329462801
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass156,631 miles (+17,812)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    156,631 miles
    Test number
    370528367768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass138,819 miles (+12,916)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    138,819 miles
    Test number
    390015513218
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass125,903 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    125,903 miles
    Test number
    956224231792
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on both edges void of tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (3.5.1i)
  12. Fail125,903 miles (+9,810)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,903 miles
    Test number
    714200478357
    • FailureNearside Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on both edges void of tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass116,093 miles (+9,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    116,093 miles
    Test number
    431107015020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre on inner edge slight wear
  14. Pass106,924 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    106,924 miles
    Test number
    914568562770
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
  15. Fail106,921 miles (+9,907)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,921 miles
    Test number
    218263610151
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
  16. Pass97,014 miles (+7,877)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    97,014 miles
    Test number
    328090004381
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass89,137 miles (+7,277)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    89,137 miles
    Test number
    996362123320
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner edge
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn inner edge
  18. Pass81,860 miles (+8,385)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    81,860 miles
    Test number
    668706222348
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteRear brake discs lipped
  19. Pass73,475 miles (+10,440)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    73,475 miles
    Test number
    389106921308
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Pass63,035 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    63,035 miles
    Test number
    812267420389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LE57 HFT

Does LE57 HFT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 HFT is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LE57 HFT?
The MOT on LE57 HFT is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 HFT done?
LE57 HFT was recorded at 183,208 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 8,010 miles a year.
Has LE57 HFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 HFT has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LE57 HFT 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 LE57 HFT find?
LE57 HFT passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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