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BMW 525

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LM53 PVTMOT history

LM53 PVT is a black petrol BMW 525 first used on 6 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 150,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2024.

LM53 PVT black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2025
Mileage
150,969 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM53 PVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM53 PVT was last recorded at 150,969 miles on 18 Sept 2024, 13,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,401 miles · 3 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
13,568 miles
Average per year
7,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 150,969 miles
  • 2023 – 137,401 miles
  • 2022 – 132,858 miles
  • 2021 – 130,934 miles
  • 2020 – 129,288 miles
  • 2019 – 121,444 miles
  • 2018 – 118,130 miles
  • 2017 – 109,578 miles
  • 2016 – 103,258 miles
  • 2015 – 97,233 miles
  • 2014 – 92,072 miles
  • 2013 – 84,006 miles
  • 2011 – 65,466 miles
  • 2010 – 55,810 miles
  • 2009 – 46,535 miles
  • 2008 – 36,253 miles
  • 2007 – 24,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,969 miles
  • MinorFront Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,969 miles (+13,568)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    150,969 miles
    Test number
    187230126350
    • MinorFront Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass137,401 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    137,401 miles
    Test number
    217975985423
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail137,396 miles (+4,538)7 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,396 miles
    Test number
    857394531203
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,858 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    132,858 miles
    Test number
    806158305701
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail132,857 miles (+1,923)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,857 miles
    Test number
    462512274580
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor behind driver deat (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass130,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    130,934 miles
    Test number
    562658330868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail130,934 miles (+1,646)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,934 miles
    Test number
    254568825791
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check both side rear and centre seats and seat belts, due to seat cover fitted. (hidden under the seat cover

  8. Pass129,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    129,288 miles
    Test number
    120627405283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail129,288 miles (+7,844)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,288 miles
    Test number
    162911678517
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass121,444 miles (+3,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    121,444 miles
    Test number
    128027369116
    • AdvisoryPass air bag off

  11. Pass118,130 miles (+8,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    118,130 miles
    Test number
    325609196353
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear offside (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass109,578 miles (+6,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    109,578 miles
    Test number
    731238128898
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass103,258 miles (+6,025)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    103,258 miles
    Test number
    471565443694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,233 miles (+5,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    97,233 miles
    Test number
    428311855058
    • 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)

  15. Pass92,072 miles (+8,066)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    92,072 miles
    Test number
    806033444095
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass84,006 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    84,006 miles
    Test number
    907553953020
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front seatbelt slow to retract
    • NoteRear suspension bushes starting to squeek but no movement or play found
    • NoteSmall chips in windscreen

  17. Fail84,006 miles (+18,540)2 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,006 miles
    Test number
    655113853070
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front seatbelt slow to retract
    • NoteRear suspension bushes starting to squeek but no movement or play found
    • NoteSmall chips in windscreen

  18. Pass65,466 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    65,466 miles
    Test number
    535765311336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,446 miles (+9,636)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    65,446 miles
    Test number
    949231421210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,810 miles (+9,275)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    55,810 miles
    Test number
    692006830219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,535 miles (+10,282)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,535 miles
    Test number
    394179139282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,253 miles (+11,500)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    36,253 miles
    Test number
    161267428272
    • NoteO/S/F wheel arch loose coming very close to O/S wheel when on L/H lock

  23. Pass24,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    24,753 miles
    Test number
    824922637270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM53 PVT

Does LM53 PVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM53 PVT expired on 17 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM53 PVT?
The MOT on LM53 PVT expired on 17 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM53 PVT done?
LM53 PVT was recorded at 150,969 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2024, an average of 7,389 miles a year.
Has LM53 PVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM53 PVT has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LM53 PVT 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 LM53 PVT find?
LM53 PVT passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front inner prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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