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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,497 cc

LM04 YRAMOT history

LM04 YRA is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 30 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2025 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 98,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2024.

LM04 YRA grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2025
Mileage
98,239 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2024
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 YRA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM04 YRA was last recorded at 98,239 miles on 1 Jul 2024, 5,504 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,735 miles · 8 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
5,504 miles
Average per year
4,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 98,239 miles
  • 2022 – 92,735 miles
  • 2021 – 87,179 miles
  • 2014 – 80,162 miles
  • 2013 – 75,082 miles
  • 2012 – 72,070 miles
  • 2011 – 64,775 miles
  • 2010 – 54,834 miles
  • 2009 – 46,996 miles
  • 2008 – 37,086 miles
  • 2007 – 24,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,239 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,239 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    98,239 miles
    Test number
    451667852833
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail98,239 miles (+5,504)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,239 miles
    Test number
    943352322504
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass92,735 miles (+5,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    92,735 miles
    Test number
    292437704033
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17. (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass87,179 miles (+7,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    87,179 miles
    Test number
    706308653451
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Under the oil sump/around the oil temp sensor. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass80,162 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,162 miles
    Test number
    255378784124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,082 miles (+3,012)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,082 miles
    Test number
    807638173155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,070 miles (+7,295)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    72,070 miles
    Test number
    806613892173
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s rack joint slight wear
  8. Pass64,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    64,775 miles
    Test number
    556864991160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,775 miles (+9,941)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,775 miles
    Test number
    717024391163
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  10. Pass54,834 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    54,834 miles
    Test number
    283649200299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail54,547 miles (+7,551)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,547 miles
    Test number
    772010310106
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass46,996 miles (+9,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,996 miles
    Test number
    173504609221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  13. Pass37,086 miles (+212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    37,086 miles
    Test number
    531894408257
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail36,874 miles (+12,298)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,874 miles
    Test number
    113308498102
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass24,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,576 miles
    Test number
    252713687164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM04 YRA

Does LM04 YRA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM04 YRA expired on 30 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM04 YRA?
The MOT on LM04 YRA expired on 30 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM04 YRA done?
LM04 YRA was recorded at 98,239 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2024, an average of 4,333 miles a year.
Has LM04 YRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 YRA has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LM04 YRA 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 YRA find?
LM04 YRA passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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