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BMW 525

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,497 cc

LL09 RHYMOT history

LL09 RHY is a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 20 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 174,332 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

LL09 RHY black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
174,332 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL09 RHY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL09 RHY was last recorded at 174,332 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 13,170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,162 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
13,170 miles
Average per year
8,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,332 miles
  • 2025 – 161,162 miles
  • 2024 – 152,922 miles
  • 2022 – 151,296 miles
  • 2021 – 141,729 miles
  • 2020 – 136,435 miles
  • 2019 – 126,309 miles
  • 2018 – 113,590 miles
  • 2017 – 97,131 miles
  • 2016 – 88,658 miles
  • 2015 – 81,457 miles
  • 2014 – 72,668 miles
  • 2013 – 65,597 miles
  • 2012 – 58,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,332 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/bald (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTPMS= low pressure
  • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged nearside front and both rears (badly perished) (5.2.3 (j))

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.

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen wipers are beginning to smear the screen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,332 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    174,332 miles
    Test number
    566771722962
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS= low pressure
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged nearside front and both rears (badly perished) (5.2.3 (j))

  2. Fail174,332 miles (+13,170)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,332 miles
    Test number
    812795888813
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS= low pressure
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged nearside front and both rears (badly perished) (5.2.3 (j))

  3. Pass161,162 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    161,162 miles
    Test number
    900019200265
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail161,146 miles (+8,224)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,146 miles
    Test number
    576753010718
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass152,922 miles (+1,626)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    152,922 miles
    Test number
    316884853015
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass151,296 miles (+9,567)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    151,296 miles
    Test number
    547248830890
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Pass141,729 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    141,729 miles
    Test number
    744795663906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass136,435 miles (+10,126)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,435 miles
    Test number
    129815182744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to measure
    • AdvisoryExhaust slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  9. Pass126,309 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    126,309 miles
    Test number
    242049181351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail126,303 miles (+12,713)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,303 miles
    Test number
    525353824319
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass113,590 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    113,590 miles
    Test number
    324195849373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers are beginning to smear the screen

  12. Fail113,590 miles (+16,459)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,590 miles
    Test number
    783317283895
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers are beginning to smear the screen

  13. Pass97,131 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    97,131 miles
    Test number
    376386906439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail97,131 miles (+8,473)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,131 miles
    Test number
    358575692343
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass88,658 miles (+7,201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    88,658 miles
    Test number
    685738993978
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  16. Pass81,457 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,457 miles
    Test number
    258912925290
    • 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)

  17. Fail81,457 miles (+8,789)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,457 miles
    Test number
    676472225267
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  18. Pass72,668 miles (+7,071)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,668 miles
    Test number
    207561194401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,597 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,597 miles
    Test number
    258259183423
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is cracking in the tread
    • NoteOffside front tyre is cracking in the tread

  20. Fail65,597 miles (+6,943)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,597 miles
    Test number
    809609483124
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is cracking in the tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is cracking in the tread

  21. Pass58,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,654 miles
    Test number
    486084492139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL09 RHY

Does LL09 RHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL09 RHY is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL09 RHY?
The MOT on LL09 RHY is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL09 RHY done?
LL09 RHY was recorded at 174,332 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 8,238 miles a year.
Has LL09 RHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL09 RHY has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LL09 RHY 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 LL09 RHY find?
LL09 RHY passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/bald, and 7 more.

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