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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,497 cc

LS02 SVYMOT history

LS02 SVY is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 1 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 88,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

LS02 SVY silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
88,667 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 SVY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 SVY was last recorded at 88,667 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 9,218 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jul 2009: 24,545 miles, lower than 29,320 miles on 5 Aug 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
79,449 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,218 miles
Average per year
3,258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,667 miles
  • 2025 – 79,449 miles
  • 2024 – 75,105 miles
  • 2023 – 72,503 miles
  • 2022 – 70,058 miles
  • 2021 – 68,986 miles
  • 2020 – 67,712 miles
  • 2019 – 64,993 miles
  • 2018 – 62,281 miles
  • 2017 – 57,506 miles
  • 2016 – 53,885 miles
  • 2015 – 49,968 miles
  • 2014 – 46,161 miles
  • 2013 – 40,709 miles
  • 2012 – 37,904 miles
  • 2011 – 35,018 miles
  • 2010 – 32,395 miles
  • 2009 – 24,545 miles
  • 2008 – 29,320 miles
  • 2007 – 26,135 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,667 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    88,667 miles
    Test number
    182457777910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail88,867 miles (+9,418)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,867 miles
    Test number
    780706835400
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass79,449 miles (+13)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    79,449 miles
    Test number
    606384427565
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail79,436 miles (+4,331)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,436 miles
    Test number
    759457092307
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass75,105 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    75,105 miles
    Test number
    294893011151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,503 miles (+2,445)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,503 miles
    Test number
    782204600818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,058 miles (+1,072)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,058 miles
    Test number
    291418514230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,986 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    68,986 miles
    Test number
    402024793919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,712 miles (+2,719)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    67,712 miles
    Test number
    962817290855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,993 miles (+2,712)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,993 miles
    Test number
    424563167246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,281 miles (+4,775)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,281 miles
    Test number
    608488649214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,506 miles (+3,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    57,506 miles
    Test number
    551809121059
    • 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)

  13. Pass53,885 miles (+3,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    53,885 miles
    Test number
    460489331714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass49,968 miles (+3,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,968 miles
    Test number
    548448515039
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisorySheilds fitted to underside

  15. Pass46,161 miles (+5,452)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    46,161 miles
    Test number
    407817144240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,709 miles (+2,805)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    40,709 miles
    Test number
    328855133262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,904 miles (+2,886)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    37,904 miles
    Test number
    595335832203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,018 miles (+2,623)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    35,018 miles
    Test number
    927409021288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,395 miles (+7,850)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    32,395 miles
    Test number
    554288420211
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear discs pitted

  20. Pass24,545 miles (-4,775)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    24,545 miles
    Test number
    161258689176
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  21. Pass29,320 miles (+3,185)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    29,320 miles
    Test number
    622888318259
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass26,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,135 miles
    Test number
    871018117271
    • 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)

Questions about LS02 SVY

Does LS02 SVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS02 SVY is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS02 SVY?
The MOT on LS02 SVY is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS02 SVY done?
LS02 SVY was recorded at 88,667 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 3,258 miles a year.
Has LS02 SVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 SVY has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS02 SVY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS02 SVY find?
LS02 SVY passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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