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BMW 525

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,497 cc

LR59 OJUMOT history

LR59 OJU is a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 4 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 152,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LR59 OJU black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
152,047 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,758 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 OJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 OJU was last recorded at 152,047 miles on 7 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,046 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,758 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,047 miles
  • 2025 – 142,458 miles
  • 2024 – 130,947 miles
  • 2023 – 120,969 miles
  • 2022 – 111,116 miles
  • 2021 – 100,462 miles
  • 2020 – 87,957 miles
  • 2019 – 73,003 miles
  • 2018 – 64,113 miles
  • 2017 – 59,743 miles
  • 2016 – 57,376 miles
  • 2015 – 54,023 miles
  • 2014 – 50,645 miles
  • 2013 – 46,140 miles
  • 2012 – 30,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,047 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level lamp

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,047 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    152,047 miles
    Test number
    987438823736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail152,046 miles (+9,588)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,046 miles
    Test number
    696750869679
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,458 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    142,458 miles
    Test number
    651697355805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail142,458 miles (+11,511)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,458 miles
    Test number
    839728095236
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass130,947 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    130,947 miles
    Test number
    178077443030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail130,947 miles (+9,978)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,947 miles
    Test number
    470906158549
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass120,969 miles (+9,853)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,969 miles
    Test number
    526130223288
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass111,116 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    111,116 miles
    Test number
    365667608429
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail111,116 miles (+10,654)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,116 miles
    Test number
    541844106748
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn and ball-joint cover damaged too excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both - lipped and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass100,462 miles (+12,505)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    100,462 miles
    Test number
    723054047657
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass87,957 miles (+14,954)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,957 miles
    Test number
    504754214248
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass73,003 miles (+8,890)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,003 miles
    Test number
    973783076321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,113 miles
    Test number
    250558002508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,113 miles (+4,370)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,113 miles
    Test number
    315526571887
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

  15. Pass59,743 miles (+2,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    59,743 miles
    Test number
    216662686726
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass57,376 miles (+3,353)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    57,376 miles
    Test number
    999960950183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,023 miles (+3,378)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    54,023 miles
    Test number
    428578815204
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass50,645 miles (+4,505)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,645 miles
    Test number
    389981814432
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass46,140 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,140 miles
    Test number
    607971293118
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail46,140 miles (+15,608)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,140 miles
    Test number
    739011193121
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass30,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,532 miles
    Test number
    639224172143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,532 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,532 miles
    Test number
    158633472199
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

Questions about LR59 OJU

Does LR59 OJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 OJU is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 OJU?
The MOT on LR59 OJU is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 OJU done?
LR59 OJU was recorded at 152,047 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 8,758 miles a year.
Has LR59 OJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 OJU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 OJU 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 LR59 OJU find?
LR59 OJU passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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