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BMW 525

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LS04 HTKMOT history

LS04 HTK is a black petrol BMW 525 first used on 12 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 166,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

LS04 HTK black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
166,382 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 HTK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS04 HTK was last recorded at 166,382 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 5,220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,162 miles · 2 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,220 miles
Average per year
7,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 166,382 miles
  • 2024 – 161,162 miles
  • 2023 – 148,665 miles
  • 2022 – 134,624 miles
  • 2021 – 126,691 miles
  • 2020 – 116,146 miles
  • 2019 – 101,898 miles
  • 2018 – 96,176 miles
  • 2017 – 92,849 miles
  • 2016 – 88,738 miles
  • 2015 – 82,874 miles
  • 2014 – 76,813 miles
  • 2013 – 72,170 miles
  • 2012 – 68,676 miles
  • 2011 – 57,899 miles
  • 2010 – 48,105 miles
  • 2009 – 37,178 miles
  • 2008 – 29,293 miles
  • 2007 – 25,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,382 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,382 miles (+5,220)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    166,382 miles
    Test number
    584254177018
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass161,162 miles (+235)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    161,162 miles
    Test number
    476262833412
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail160,927 miles (+12,262)4 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,927 miles
    Test number
    142354837188
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass148,665 miles (+14,041)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    148,665 miles
    Test number
    149166872400
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass134,624 miles (+7,933)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    134,624 miles
    Test number
    494797420233
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass126,691 miles (+10,545)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    126,691 miles
    Test number
    207607358752
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just 2mm and slight sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass116,146 miles (+14,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,146 miles
    Test number
    827875454387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass101,898 miles (+5,722)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,898 miles
    Test number
    514947006884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,176 miles (+3,327)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    96,176 miles
    Test number
    724581497429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    92,849 miles
    Test number
    515595716248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,849 miles (+4,111)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,849 miles
    Test number
    495453093518
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  12. Pass88,738 miles (+5,864)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,738 miles
    Test number
    168547780224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,874 miles (+6,061)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    82,874 miles
    Test number
    385727695019
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSide sills covered, unable to inspect
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass76,813 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,813 miles
    Test number
    525830204164
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSide sills covered
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail76,813 miles (+4,643)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,813 miles
    Test number
    799090804112
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSide sills covered
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass72,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,170 miles
    Test number
    549292113109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail72,169 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,169 miles
    Test number
    567022313157
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyres worn

  18. Fail72,168 miles (+3,492)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,168 miles
    Test number
    996172613143
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/front drop link boot torn

  19. Pass68,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    68,676 miles
    Test number
    867189612118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail68,676 miles (+10,777)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,676 miles
    Test number
    868279612155
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass57,899 miles (+9,794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    57,899 miles
    Test number
    349985021166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass48,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,105 miles
    Test number
    504385800128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,105 miles (+10,927)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,105 miles
    Test number
    934355800171
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  24. Pass37,178 miles (+7,885)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    37,178 miles
    Test number
    842080019132
    • NoteFront brake discs worn thin
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on outer edge and has deep cuts around the outer quater tread surface

  25. Pass29,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,293 miles
    Test number
    282226208448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail29,293 miles (+4,110)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,293 miles
    Test number
    904876008189
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

  27. Pass25,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    25,183 miles
    Test number
    263059007475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS04 HTK

Does LS04 HTK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS04 HTK is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS04 HTK?
The MOT on LS04 HTK is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS04 HTK done?
LS04 HTK was recorded at 166,382 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 7,617 miles a year.
Has LS04 HTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 HTK has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LS04 HTK 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 LS04 HTK find?
LS04 HTK passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 4 more.

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