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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

LP65 VSMMOT history

LP65 VSM is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 8 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 262,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
262,249 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
22,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP65 VSM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
8 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP65 VSM was last recorded at 262,249 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
262,249 miles · 17 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
22,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 262,249 miles
  • 2024 – 239,844 miles
  • 2023 – 228,313 miles
  • 2022 – 217,600 miles
  • 2021 – 190,897 miles
  • 2020 – 150,158 miles
  • 2019 – 107,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass262,249 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 4 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass262,249 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    262,249 miles
    Test number
    582052852539
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  2. Fail262,249 miles (+11,594)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,249 miles
    Test number
    825979892481
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  3. Pass250,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    250,655 miles
    Test number
    929389307004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail250,655 miles (+10,811)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,655 miles
    Test number
    806446011718
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass239,844 miles (+11,531)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    239,844 miles
    Test number
    746098780656
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass228,313 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    228,313 miles
    Test number
    808513470341
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail228,313 miles (+10,713)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,313 miles
    Test number
    235027501027
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass217,600 miles (+26,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    217,600 miles
    Test number
    645907850606
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  9. Pass190,897 miles (+40,739)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    190,897 miles
    Test number
    489213195224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass150,158 miles (+43,088)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    150,158 miles
    Test number
    166159697206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,070 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    107,070 miles
    Test number
    176565035990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail107,069 miles3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,069 miles
    Test number
    248517515734
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured cracked in 2 places on inner rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Questions about LP65 VSM

Does LP65 VSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP65 VSM is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP65 VSM?
The MOT on LP65 VSM is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP65 VSM done?
LP65 VSM was recorded at 262,249 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 22,315 miles a year.
Has LP65 VSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP65 VSM has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LP65 VSM 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 LP65 VSM find?
LP65 VSM passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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