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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LR05 SXHMOT history

LR05 SXH is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 25 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 130,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

LR05 SXH blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
130,191 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SXH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SXH was last recorded at 130,191 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 7,016 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,175 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,016 miles
Average per year
4,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,191 miles
  • 2024 – 123,175 miles
  • 2023 – 120,545 miles
  • 2022 – 117,039 miles
  • 2021 – 113,154 miles
  • 2020 – 109,869 miles
  • 2019 – 106,793 miles
  • 2018 – 102,260 miles
  • 2017 – 95,758 miles
  • 2016 – 92,743 miles
  • 2015 – 89,235 miles
  • 2014 – 81,742 miles
  • 2013 – 77,558 miles
  • 2012 – 73,566 miles
  • 2011 – 68,747 miles
  • 2010 – 60,931 miles
  • 2009 – 54,205 miles
  • 2008 – 50,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,191 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both rear tyres worn inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,191 miles (+7,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    130,191 miles
    Test number
    318478010035
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass123,175 miles (+2,630)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    123,175 miles
    Test number
    448834735839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass120,545 miles (+3,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    120,545 miles
    Test number
    585936610810
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass117,039 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    117,039 miles
    Test number
    653507417583
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge
  5. Fail117,033 miles (+3,879)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,033 miles
    Test number
    191297900547
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge
  6. Pass113,154 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    113,154 miles
    Test number
    571232430537
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn inner edges
  7. Fail113,149 miles (+3,280)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,149 miles
    Test number
    256899546431
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn inner edges
  8. Pass109,869 miles (+3,076)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    109,869 miles
    Test number
    798505531427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,793 miles (+4,533)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    106,793 miles
    Test number
    389640177829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,260 miles (+6,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    102,260 miles
    Test number
    983988385436
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge
  11. Pass95,758 miles (+3,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    95,758 miles
    Test number
    884550492364
    • AdvisoryOffside Front indicator discoloured
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
  12. Pass92,743 miles (+3,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,743 miles
    Test number
    130762807594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass89,235 miles (+7,493)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    89,235 miles
    Test number
    491654652453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,742 miles (+4,184)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,742 miles
    Test number
    608090444140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,558 miles (+3,992)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    77,558 miles
    Test number
    338744633104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,566 miles
    Test number
    317746442181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,566 miles (+4,819)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,566 miles
    Test number
    449855242139
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass68,747 miles (+7,816)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,747 miles
    Test number
    708064521179
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUneven wear to o/s/f tyre
  19. Pass60,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,931 miles
    Test number
    890126020192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,931 miles (+6,726)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,931 miles
    Test number
    244240320414
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
  21. Pass54,205 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,205 miles
    Test number
    593909519114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,378 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,378 miles
    Test number
    222422928128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LR05 SXH

Does LR05 SXH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 SXH is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SXH?
The MOT on LR05 SXH is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 SXH done?
LR05 SXH was recorded at 130,191 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 4,516 miles a year.
Has LR05 SXH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SXH has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LR05 SXH 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 SXH find?
LR05 SXH passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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