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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LR05 MHYMOT history

LR05 MHY is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 21 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 188,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2025.

LR05 MHY grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2026
Mileage
188,559 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,818 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 MHY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 MHY was last recorded at 188,559 miles on 8 Feb 2025, 5,801 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,758 miles · 30 May 2023
Between the last two tests
5,801 miles
Average per year
8,818 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 188,559 miles
  • 2023 – 182,758 miles
  • 2020 – 175,178 miles
  • 2019 – 163,229 miles
  • 2017 – 155,798 miles
  • 2016 – 145,487 miles
  • 2015 – 137,452 miles
  • 2014 – 119,746 miles
  • 2013 – 114,894 miles
  • 2012 – 109,173 miles
  • 2011 – 102,527 miles
  • 2010 – 87,918 miles
  • 2009 – 70,693 miles
  • 2008 – 47,997 miles
  • 2007 – 33,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,559 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass188,559 miles (+5,801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    188,559 miles
    Test number
    511413853386
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass182,758 miles (+7,580)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    182,758 miles
    Test number
    446618199501
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass175,178 miles (+11,949)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    175,178 miles
    Test number
    213842161961
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aim slightly deteriorated but giving a image

  4. Pass163,229 miles (+7,431)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    163,229 miles
    Test number
    399848123320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass155,798 miles (+10,311)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    155,798 miles
    Test number
    729222127408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass145,487 miles (+8,035)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    145,487 miles
    Test number
    810964140997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass137,452 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    137,452 miles
    Test number
    605661015239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail137,450 miles (+17,704)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,450 miles
    Test number
    806632805213
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

  9. Pass119,746 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    119,746 miles
    Test number
    378063894011
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front shock absorber covers and bump stops in poor condition

  10. Fail119,746 miles (+4,852)1 dangerous2 failures1 repaired2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,746 miles
    Test number
    225331894090
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front shock absorber covers and bump stops in poor condition

  11. Pass114,894 miles (+5,721)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    114,894 miles
    Test number
    147521063193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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

  12. Pass109,173 miles (+6,646)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    109,173 miles
    Test number
    177022552160
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass102,527 miles (+14,609)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    102,527 miles
    Test number
    237797621426
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWear discs

  14. Pass87,918 miles (+17,225)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    87,918 miles
    Test number
    681567630176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,693 miles (+22,696)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    70,693 miles
    Test number
    661067549170
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted / unable to see all brake pipes and dteering joints

  16. Pass47,997 miles (+14,851)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    47,997 miles
    Test number
    463116408124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight damage to nsf tyre outer wall
    • NoteUnable to see rear inner brake pads suspect low

  17. Pass33,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,146 miles
    Test number
    720107977110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 MHY

Does LR05 MHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 MHY expired on 7 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 MHY?
The MOT on LR05 MHY expired on 7 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 MHY done?
LR05 MHY was recorded at 188,559 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2025, an average of 8,818 miles a year.
Has LR05 MHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 MHY has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on LR05 MHY 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 LR05 MHY find?
LR05 MHY passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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