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BMW 525

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

LS51 RXCMOT history

LS51 RXC is a blue petrol BMW 525 first used on 25 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 144,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2025
Mileage
144,655 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 RXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 RXC was last recorded at 144,655 miles on 6 Nov 2024, 316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,339 miles · 30 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
316 miles
Average per year
4,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 144,655 miles
  • 2021 – 144,339 miles
  • 2020 – 137,752 miles
  • 2019 – 128,054 miles
  • 2017 – 118,072 miles
  • 2016 – 112,160 miles
  • 2015 – 103,532 miles
  • 2014 – 99,489 miles
  • 2013 – 94,843 miles
  • 2012 – 89,779 miles
  • 2011 – 85,607 miles
  • 2010 – 80,955 miles
  • 2009 – 76,568 miles
  • 2008 – 71,037 miles
  • 2007 – 64,153 miles
  • 2006 – 56,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,655 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,655 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    144,655 miles
    Test number
    260368817821
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail144,655 miles (+316)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,655 miles
    Test number
    846777165380
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,339 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    144,339 miles
    Test number
    545815352040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail144,254 miles (+6,502)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,254 miles
    Test number
    857790326836
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPaper stuck in both high intensity bulbs
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass137,752 miles (+9,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    137,752 miles
    Test number
    191103278206
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass128,054 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    128,054 miles
    Test number
    568533157360
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail128,054 miles (+9,982)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,054 miles
    Test number
    813455193124
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing 2 wheel nuts missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass118,072 miles (+5,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,072 miles
    Test number
    239392632067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass112,160 miles (+8,628)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    112,160 miles
    Test number
    227716755406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,532 miles (+4,043)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    103,532 miles
    Test number
    177817245196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,489 miles (+23)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    99,489 miles
    Test number
    898534654181
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in nearside and offside rear anti roll bar drop links
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  12. Fail99,466 miles (+4,623)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,466 miles
    Test number
    258731554495
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in nearside and offside rear anti roll bar drop links
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  13. Pass94,843 miles (+5,064)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    94,843 miles
    Test number
    267016363107
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNoise from nearside front brake caliper when foot is on the brake

  14. Pass89,779 miles (+4,172)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    89,779 miles
    Test number
    469348962148
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteNoise from nearside brake caliper when foot brake is on

  15. Pass85,607 miles (+205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    85,607 miles
    Test number
    638042671133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail85,402 miles (+4,447)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,402 miles
    Test number
    258542961406
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine light is on

  17. Pass80,955 miles (+4,387)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    80,955 miles
    Test number
    261827970417
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cuts on inner wall

  18. Pass76,568 miles (+5,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    76,568 miles
    Test number
    931921979161
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass71,037 miles (+6,884)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    71,037 miles
    Test number
    820273078177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,153 miles (+7,308)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    64,153 miles
    Test number
    134817567129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre bold on inner edge

  21. Pass56,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    56,845 miles
    Test number
    180308476131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,842 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,842 miles
    Test number
    390078676129
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on its inner edge †both front tyres wearing on their inner edges †front brake discs are noticeably worn

Questions about LS51 RXC

Does LS51 RXC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 RXC expired on 5 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 RXC?
The MOT on LS51 RXC expired on 5 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 RXC done?
LS51 RXC was recorded at 144,655 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2024, an average of 4,782 miles a year.
Has LS51 RXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 RXC has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LS51 RXC 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 LS51 RXC find?
LS51 RXC passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive from engine.

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