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BMW 525

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,497 cc

LM04 YNBMOT history

LM04 YNB is a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 14 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 147,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

LM04 YNB black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2025
Mileage
147,897 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 YNB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM04 YNB was last recorded at 147,897 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 11,100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,797 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
11,100 miles
Average per year
5,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,897 miles
  • 2024 – 136,797 miles
  • 2023 – 132,720 miles
  • 2022 – 125,824 miles
  • 2021 – 124,878 miles
  • 2020 – 121,813 miles
  • 2019 – 115,737 miles
  • 2018 – 110,644 miles
  • 2017 – 108,141 miles
  • 2016 – 106,282 miles
  • 2015 – 102,820 miles
  • 2014 – 98,166 miles
  • 2013 – 89,220 miles
  • 2012 – 78,421 miles
  • 2010 – 68,438 miles
  • 2009 – 57,675 miles
  • 2008 – 48,819 miles
  • 2007 – 40,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,897 miles
  • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp snapped exhaust also insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s and o/s front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail147,897 miles (+11,100)9 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,897 miles
    Test number
    736935376265
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp snapped exhaust also insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass136,797 miles (+4,077)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    136,797 miles
    Test number
    252386701323
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Various (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,720 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    132,720 miles
    Test number
    343867984280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s and o/s edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail132,720 miles (+6,896)1 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,720 miles
    Test number
    734901103440
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s and o/s edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass125,824 miles (+946)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    125,824 miles
    Test number
    270648831735
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass124,878 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    124,878 miles
    Test number
    175882880915
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail124,778 miles (+2,965)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,778 miles
    Test number
    579895328727
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass121,813 miles (+6,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    121,813 miles
    Test number
    167695713814
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass115,737 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,737 miles
    Test number
    568112108895
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail115,737 miles (+5,093)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,737 miles
    Test number
    385606881485
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass110,644 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,644 miles
    Test number
    917898771931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,637 miles (+2,496)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,637 miles
    Test number
    446449105603
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass108,141 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    108,141 miles
    Test number
    805429510941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail108,049 miles (+1,767)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,049 miles
    Test number
    210913051417
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect very cloudy (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass106,282 miles (+3,462)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,282 miles
    Test number
    744591269854
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass102,820 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    102,820 miles
    Test number
    187299155102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail102,776 miles (+4,610)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,776 miles
    Test number
    217662155427
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass98,166 miles (+8,946)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,166 miles
    Test number
    275028544128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass89,220 miles (+10,799)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    89,220 miles
    Test number
    268956903194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass78,421 miles (+9,983)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    78,421 miles
    Test number
    595785892039
    • NoteNear side wheel repaired(WELDED)

  21. Pass68,438 miles (+312)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    68,438 miles
    Test number
    992277300225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,126 miles (+10,451)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,126 miles
    Test number
    312093890106
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass57,675 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    57,675 miles
    Test number
    282389969415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail57,580 miles (+8,761)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,580 miles
    Test number
    111012569176
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass48,819 miles (+7,867)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    48,819 miles
    Test number
    480175468119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,952 miles
    Test number
    301325867102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM04 YNB

Does LM04 YNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM04 YNB expired on 30 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM04 YNB?
The MOT on LM04 YNB expired on 30 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM04 YNB done?
LM04 YNB was recorded at 147,897 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 5,827 miles a year.
Has LM04 YNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 YNB has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM04 YNB 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 LM04 YNB find?
LM04 YNB failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: central front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp snapped exhaust also insecure; emissions unable to be completed due to leak; nearside front outer suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 13 more.

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