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BMW 525

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LR53 TGVMOT history

LR53 TGV is a grey petrol BMW 525 first used on 27 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 209,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2023
Mileage
209,044 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 TGV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 TGV was last recorded at 209,044 miles on 10 Sept 2022, 3,841 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,203 miles · 20 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
3,841 miles
Average per year
7,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 209,044 miles
  • 2021 – 205,203 miles
  • 2020 – 199,045 miles
  • 2019 – 191,889 miles
  • 2018 – 180,502 miles
  • 2017 – 169,895 miles
  • 2016 – 157,152 miles
  • 2015 – 141,640 miles
  • 2014 – 133,841 miles
  • 2013 – 123,089 miles
  • 2012 – 114,064 miles
  • 2011 – 99,655 miles
  • 2010 – 98,312 miles
  • 2009 – 96,057 miles
  • 2008 – 93,568 miles
  • 2006 – 89,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,044 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,044 miles (+3,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    209,044 miles
    Test number
    566864413940
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  2. Pass205,203 miles (+6,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    205,203 miles
    Test number
    486762602403
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass199,045 miles (+7,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    199,045 miles
    Test number
    215682529473
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass191,889 miles (+11,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    191,889 miles
    Test number
    429446873634
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass180,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    180,502 miles
    Test number
    600155080926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail180,502 miles (+10,607)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,502 miles
    Test number
    890255747410
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass169,895 miles (+12,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    169,895 miles
    Test number
    428006944881
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass157,152 miles (+15,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    157,152 miles
    Test number
    605313865887
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass141,640 miles (+7,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    141,640 miles
    Test number
    459882430995
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass133,841 miles (+10,752)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    133,841 miles
    Test number
    765796714327
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  11. Pass123,089 miles (+9,025)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    123,089 miles
    Test number
    635936703352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,064 miles (+14,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    114,064 miles
    Test number
    247204062328
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass99,655 miles (+1,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    99,655 miles
    Test number
    517013761384
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass98,312 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    98,312 miles
    Test number
    364487830337
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag warning light is on

  15. Fail98,312 miles (+2,255)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,312 miles
    Test number
    842537130340
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag warning light is on

  16. Pass96,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    96,057 miles
    Test number
    802849059177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,057 miles (+2,489)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,057 miles
    Test number
    843889059169
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass93,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    93,568 miles
    Test number
    400373028191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail93,568 miles (+4,325)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,568 miles
    Test number
    424763028170
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Fail89,243 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,243 miles
    Test number
    724191216340
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

  21. Pass89,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    89,243 miles
    Test number
    781041016310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 TGV

Does LR53 TGV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 TGV expired on 25 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 TGV?
The MOT on LR53 TGV expired on 25 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 TGV done?
LR53 TGV was recorded at 209,044 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2022, an average of 7,563 miles a year.
Has LR53 TGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 TGV has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on LR53 TGV 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 LR53 TGV find?
LR53 TGV passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2022 with 1 advisory: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration.

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