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BMW 525

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LL04 ZPZMOT history

LL04 ZPZ is a silver petrol BMW 525 first used on 30 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 158,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 28 Oct 2025
Mileage
158,534 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 ZPZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 ZPZ was last recorded at 158,534 miles on 29 Oct 2024, 6,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,443 miles · 15 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
6,091 miles
Average per year
6,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 158,534 miles
  • 2023 – 152,443 miles
  • 2022 – 139,952 miles
  • 2021 – 137,431 miles
  • 2020 – 130,883 miles
  • 2019 – 116,746 miles
  • 2018 – 113,376 miles
  • 2017 – 106,860 miles
  • 2016 – 98,452 miles
  • 2015 – 94,678 miles
  • 2014 – 88,952 miles
  • 2013 – 81,442 miles
  • 2012 – 74,941 miles
  • 2011 – 67,576 miles
  • 2010 – 60,651 miles
  • 2009 – 57,745 miles
  • 2008 – 45,169 miles
  • 2007 – 37,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,534 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front & Rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,534 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    158,534 miles
    Test number
    236999594969
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front & Rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail158,534 miles (+6,091)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,534 miles
    Test number
    454374080302
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front & Rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass152,443 miles (+12,491)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    152,443 miles
    Test number
    628367463092
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Back and front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,952 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    139,952 miles
    Test number
    661322675439
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail139,947 miles (+2,516)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,947 miles
    Test number
    633788405691
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass137,431 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    137,431 miles
    Test number
    799432641650
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen not affecting drivers view

  7. Fail137,431 miles (+6,548)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,431 miles
    Test number
    354689380033
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen not affecting drivers view

  8. Pass130,883 miles (+14,137)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    130,883 miles
    Test number
    108552120729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass116,746 miles (+3,370)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    116,746 miles
    Test number
    826972942241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    113,376 miles
    Test number
    320436816643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail113,376 miles (+6,516)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,376 miles
    Test number
    744203851561
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass106,860 miles (+8,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,860 miles
    Test number
    918065944822
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass98,452 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,452 miles
    Test number
    234506133632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,443 miles (+3,765)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,443 miles
    Test number
    297544050215
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass94,678 miles (+5,726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    94,678 miles
    Test number
    845045995199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass88,952 miles (+7,510)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,952 miles
    Test number
    317311194143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,442 miles (+6,501)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,442 miles
    Test number
    957979183154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,941 miles (+7,365)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,941 miles
    Test number
    958970102261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,576 miles
    Test number
    419277281166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,576 miles (+6,925)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,576 miles
    Test number
    479337281156
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak engine under tray broken

  21. Pass60,651 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    60,651 miles
    Test number
    782239080108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNsf osf brake discs worn
    • NoteOsf tyre sidewall damage

  22. Fail60,650 miles (+2,905)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,650 miles
    Test number
    690079880135
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNsf osf brake discs worn
    • NoteOsf tyre sidewall damage

  23. Pass57,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,745 miles
    Test number
    981621509205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail57,745 miles (+12,576)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,745 miles
    Test number
    561241609219
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre sidewall damage

  25. Pass45,169 miles (+7,465)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    45,169 miles
    Test number
    141319898114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,704 miles
    Test number
    300965007486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL04 ZPZ

Does LL04 ZPZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL04 ZPZ expired on 28 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL04 ZPZ?
The MOT on LL04 ZPZ expired on 28 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL04 ZPZ done?
LL04 ZPZ was recorded at 158,534 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2024, an average of 6,997 miles a year.
Has LL04 ZPZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 ZPZ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LL04 ZPZ 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 LL04 ZPZ find?
LL04 ZPZ passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front & rear; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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