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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LM63 UFAMOT history

LM63 UFA is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 29 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 181,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

LM63 UFA grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
181,226 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,279 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM63 UFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
29 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM63 UFA was last recorded at 181,226 miles on 2 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jul 2026: 181,226 miles, lower than 181,227 miles on 26 Jun 2026.

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
181,227 miles · 26 Jun 2026
Average per year
12,279 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,226 miles
  • 2025 – 170,804 miles
  • 2024 – 159,528 miles
  • 2023 – 147,897 miles
  • 2022 – 129,646 miles
  • 2021 – 120,891 miles
  • 2020 – 110,298 miles
  • 2019 – 95,695 miles
  • 2018 – 78,435 miles
  • 2017 – 68,199 miles
  • 2016 – 61,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,226 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front front wipers slight smear - aero

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre 1.6m - worn on edge - cuts - misshapen - 245 45 R18 (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear TYre has cut - no cords - 245 45 R18 RFT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front pads starting get low inside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,226 miles (-1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    181,226 miles
    Test number
    981987244352
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail181,227 miles (+10,423)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,227 miles
    Test number
    572036552795
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass170,804 miles (+11,276)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    170,804 miles
    Test number
    420580739347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass159,528 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    159,528 miles
    Test number
    458321162288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail159,500 miles (+11,603)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,500 miles
    Test number
    790058235593
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass147,897 miles (+18,251)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    147,897 miles
    Test number
    127977530559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,646 miles (+8,755)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    129,646 miles
    Test number
    779833379688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    120,891 miles
    Test number
    437923017725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail120,891 miles (+10,593)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,891 miles
    Test number
    244101561899
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass110,298 miles (+14,603)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    110,298 miles
    Test number
    948887392444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,695 miles
    Test number
    134481093997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,695 miles (+17,260)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,695 miles
    Test number
    841172753961
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass78,435 miles (+10,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,435 miles
    Test number
    854341590225
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass68,199 miles (+6,254)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    68,199 miles
    Test number
    258137027120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,945 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,945 miles
    Test number
    656771089441
    • AdvisoryFront front wipers slight smear - aero
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre 1.6m - worn on edge - cuts - misshapen - 245 45 R18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYre has cut - no cords - 245 45 R18 RFT
    • AdvisoryFront pads starting get low inside

  16. Fail61,945 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,945 miles
    Test number
    675271344539
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront front wipers slight smear - aero
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre 1.6m - worn on edge - cuts - misshapen - 245 45 R18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYre has cut - no cords - 245 45 R18 RFT
    • AdvisoryFront pads starting get low inside

Questions about LM63 UFA

Does LM63 UFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM63 UFA is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM63 UFA?
The MOT on LM63 UFA is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM63 UFA done?
LM63 UFA was recorded at 181,226 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 12,279 miles a year.
Has LM63 UFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM63 UFA has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LM63 UFA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jul 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM63 UFA find?
LM63 UFA passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive.

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