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BMW 525

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

LR59 YWVMOT history

LR59 YWV is a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 25 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 183,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

LR59 YWV black 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 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
183,632 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,660 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 YWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 YWV was last recorded at 183,632 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 3,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,097 miles · 30 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,535 miles
Average per year
8,660 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 183,632 miles
  • 2024 – 180,097 miles
  • 2023 – 168,053 miles
  • 2022 – 162,665 miles
  • 2021 – 145,149 miles
  • 2020 – 138,900 miles
  • 2019 – 135,498 miles
  • 2018 – 129,275 miles
  • 2017 – 125,139 miles
  • 2016 – 117,306 miles
  • 2015 – 108,007 miles
  • 2013 – 95,402 miles
  • 2012 – 69,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,632 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,632 miles (+3,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    183,632 miles
    Test number
    166449654319
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass180,097 miles (+12,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    180,097 miles
    Test number
    205876222561
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass168,053 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    168,053 miles
    Test number
    393258615853
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail168,039 miles (+5,374)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,039 miles
    Test number
    190430845008
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass162,665 miles (+17,516)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    162,665 miles
    Test number
    588126566177
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass145,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    145,149 miles
    Test number
    974107842093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail145,145 miles (+6,245)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,145 miles
    Test number
    732465063491
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass138,900 miles (+3,402)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,900 miles
    Test number
    125692299032
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted
  9. Pass135,498 miles (+13)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    135,498 miles
    Test number
    940900534657
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail135,485 miles (+6,210)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,485 miles
    Test number
    297632569120
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass129,275 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    129,275 miles
    Test number
    319607536420
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  12. Fail129,264 miles (+4,125)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,264 miles
    Test number
    309039026525
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  13. Pass125,139 miles (+7,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    125,139 miles
    Test number
    771631679737
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  14. Pass117,306 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    117,306 miles
    Test number
    410640205024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail117,229 miles (+9,222)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,229 miles
    Test number
    278799400495
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass108,007 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,007 miles
    Test number
    218975825195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Fail107,951 miles (+12,549)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,951 miles
    Test number
    257121825191
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  18. Pass95,402 miles (+25,459)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    95,402 miles
    Test number
    306214073235
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteFront inner brake pads 5mm
    • NoteRear inner brake pads 4mm
  19. Pass69,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,943 miles
    Test number
    126369472215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 YWV

Does LR59 YWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 YWV is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR59 YWV?
The MOT on LR59 YWV is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 YWV done?
LR59 YWV was recorded at 183,632 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 8,660 miles a year.
Has LR59 YWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 YWV has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LR59 YWV 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 YWV find?
LR59 YWV passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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