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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,497 cc

LL51 UKHMOT history

LL51 UKH is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 1 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 143,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2023
Mileage
143,392 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 UKH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL51 UKH was last recorded at 143,392 miles on 13 Feb 2023, 1,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,258 miles · 10 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
1,134 miles
Average per year
6,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 143,392 miles
  • 2022 – 142,258 miles
  • 2021 – 140,647 miles
  • 2020 – 140,044 miles
  • 2019 – 138,187 miles
  • 2018 – 136,756 miles
  • 2017 – 130,355 miles
  • 2016 – 124,123 miles
  • 2015 – 113,568 miles
  • 2014 – 102,642 miles
  • 2013 – 92,548 miles
  • 2011 – 76,067 miles
  • 2010 – 63,216 miles
  • 2009 – 51,683 miles
  • 2008 – 41,294 miles
  • 2007 – 32,126 miles
  • 2006 – 24,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,392 miles
  • MajorCentral Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and close to central cross member (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower inner sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
  • AdvisoryLow engine oil level

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail143,392 miles (+1,134)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,392 miles
    Test number
    169625674930
    • MajorCentral Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and close to central cross member (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryLow engine oil level
  2. Pass142,258 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    142,258 miles
    Test number
    323677000716
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail142,255 miles (+1,608)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,255 miles
    Test number
    481422120666
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass140,647 miles (+2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    140,647 miles
    Test number
    925804738703
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail140,645 miles (+601)8 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,645 miles
    Test number
    315612830089
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass140,044 miles (+1,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    140,044 miles
    Test number
    358375262960
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s rear pipes and front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass138,187 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    138,187 miles
    Test number
    350691124230
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s parkbrake low reading
  8. FailMileage not read1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    379230330325
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  9. Pass136,756 miles (+6,401)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    136,756 miles
    Test number
    127085549067
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket rusted away but still secure
  10. Pass130,355 miles (+65)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    130,355 miles
    Test number
    411460578323
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
  11. Fail130,290 miles (+6,167)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,290 miles
    Test number
    792427624490
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass124,123 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    124,123 miles
    Test number
    470579946106
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded by fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint on to hub (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail124,119 miles (+10,551)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,119 miles
    Test number
    909658331293
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded by fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint on to hub (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass113,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    113,568 miles
    Test number
    466377825024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail113,568 miles (+10,926)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,568 miles
    Test number
    655377325087
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  16. Pass102,642 miles (+10,094)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    102,642 miles
    Test number
    565747924070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,548 miles (+16,481)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    92,548 miles
    Test number
    648748803042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,067 miles (+12,851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    76,067 miles
    Test number
    489993471101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass63,216 miles (+11,533)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    63,216 miles
    Test number
    934976550022
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on 3mm
  20. Pass51,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,683 miles
    Test number
    554991759079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail51,683 miles (+10,389)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,683 miles
    Test number
    451961959032
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  22. Pass41,294 miles (+9,168)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,294 miles
    Test number
    384009048079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,126 miles (+7,154)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    32,126 miles
    Test number
    390162357037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    24,972 miles
    Test number
    123228856030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 UKH

Does LL51 UKH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 UKH expired on 9 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 UKH?
The MOT on LL51 UKH expired on 9 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 UKH done?
LL51 UKH was recorded at 143,392 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2023, an average of 6,982 miles a year.
Has LL51 UKH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 UKH has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LL51 UKH 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 LL51 UKH find?
LL51 UKH failed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2023 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: central obligatory mirror insecure; offside headlamp aim too low; oil leaking excessively from engine, and 9 more.

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