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BMW 525

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

LL51 YAXMOT history

LL51 YAX is a blue petrol BMW 525 first used on 10 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 188,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2023.

LL51 YAX blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2024
Mileage
188,956 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 YAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 YAX was last recorded at 188,956 miles on 22 Feb 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jun 2011: 105,698 miles, lower than 996,289 miles on 24 Jun 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
188,956 miles · 18 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 188,956 miles
  • 2021 – 180,516 miles
  • 2020 – 170,574 miles
  • 2019 – 155,282 miles
  • 2018 – 142,667 miles
  • 2017 – 134,275 miles
  • 2016 – 127,014 miles
  • 2015 – 123,310 miles
  • 2014 – 120,970 miles
  • 2013 – 117,310 miles
  • 2012 – 111,153 miles
  • 2011 – 105,698 miles
  • 2010 – 996,289 miles
  • 2009 – 90,226 miles
  • 2008 – 79,121 miles
  • 2007 – 68,760 miles
  • 2006 – 56,849 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,956 miles
  • AdvisoryAdv - slight corrosion on wheel arches.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass188,956 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    188,956 miles
    Test number
    211214445778
    • AdvisoryAdv - slight corrosion on wheel arches.

  2. Fail188,956 miles (+8,440)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,956 miles
    Test number
    818626306840
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdv - slight corrosion on wheel arches.

  3. Pass180,516 miles (+9,942)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    180,516 miles
    Test number
    590790426426
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass170,574 miles (+15,292)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    170,574 miles
    Test number
    871115984668
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass155,282 miles (+12,615)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    155,282 miles
    Test number
    167832048469
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass142,667 miles (+8,392)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    142,667 miles
    Test number
    719620565551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass134,275 miles (+7,261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    134,275 miles
    Test number
    446629749337
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass127,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    127,014 miles
    Test number
    588599899156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail127,014 miles (+3,704)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,014 miles
    Test number
    505269195871
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass123,310 miles (+2,340)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    123,310 miles
    Test number
    119078375144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail120,970 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,970 miles
    Test number
    267566474179
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass120,970 miles (+3,660)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    120,970 miles
    Test number
    925886574136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass117,310 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    117,310 miles
    Test number
    465379373162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail117,310 miles (+6,157)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,310 miles
    Test number
    958519073175
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass111,153 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,153 miles
    Test number
    595660682144
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

  16. Fail111,153 miles (+5,455)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,153 miles
    Test number
    726970182163
    • FailureNearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

  17. Pass105,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    105,698 miles
    Test number
    777778161111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,698 miles (-890,591)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,698 miles
    Test number
    985178561167
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass996,289 miles (+906,063)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    996,289 miles
    Test number
    244265570184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,226 miles (+11,105)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    90,226 miles
    Test number
    362520989118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,121 miles (+10,361)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    79,121 miles
    Test number
    454012188182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,760 miles (+11,911)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    68,760 miles
    Test number
    612660787133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,849 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    56,849 miles
    Test number
    562348376127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LL51 YAX

Does LL51 YAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 YAX expired on 21 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 YAX?
The MOT on LL51 YAX expired on 21 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 YAX done?
LL51 YAX was recorded at 188,956 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2023, an average of 7,931 miles a year.
Has LL51 YAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 YAX has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LL51 YAX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL51 YAX find?
LL51 YAX passed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2023 with 1 advisory: adv - slight corrosion on wheel arches..

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