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BMW 525

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LS53 ZPRMOT history

LS53 ZPR is a grey petrol BMW 525 first used on 12 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 113,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2026
Mileage
113,065 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 ZPR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 ZPR was last recorded at 113,065 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 1,974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,091 miles · 17 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,974 miles
Average per year
5,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,065 miles
  • 2024 – 111,091 miles
  • 2023 – 100,626 miles
  • 2022 – 91,115 miles
  • 2021 – 85,508 miles
  • 2020 – 76,315 miles
  • 2019 – 66,364 miles
  • 2018 – 58,675 miles
  • 2017 – 53,948 miles
  • 2016 – 47,494 miles
  • 2015 – 42,198 miles
  • 2014 – 35,198 miles
  • 2013 – 27,655 miles
  • 2012 – 23,195 miles
  • 2011 – 18,266 miles
  • 2010 – 13,989 miles
  • 2008 – 7,629 miles
  • 2007 – 4,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,065 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,065 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    113,065 miles
    Test number
    429822045118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail113,065 miles (+1,974)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,065 miles
    Test number
    713300056072
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,091 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    111,091 miles
    Test number
    783422015156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail111,090 miles (+10,464)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,090 miles
    Test number
    587200346210
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass100,626 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    100,626 miles
    Test number
    731150159941
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail100,626 miles (+9,511)3 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,626 miles
    Test number
    193047307532
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass91,115 miles (+217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,115 miles
    Test number
    996334368920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail90,898 miles (+5,390)10 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,898 miles
    Test number
    917869619127
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced Flickering (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced Flickering (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward lower arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward lower arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Excessive play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass85,508 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,508 miles
    Test number
    712638956810
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail85,508 miles (+9,193)4 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,508 miles
    Test number
    376393961487
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to the condition of tyres (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Hub bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Upper forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass76,315 miles (+203)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,315 miles
    Test number
    259134396103
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Fail76,112 miles (+9,748)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,112 miles
    Test number
    360006617946
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass66,364 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    66,364 miles
    Test number
    229886978849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal nsr (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers under car at test

  14. Fail66,356 miles (+7,681)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,356 miles
    Test number
    471919844056
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal nsr (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers under car at test

  15. Pass58,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    58,675 miles
    Test number
    362729292387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,675 miles (+4,727)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,675 miles
    Test number
    217635399137
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox

  17. Pass53,948 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    53,948 miles
    Test number
    969219120375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,908 miles (+6,414)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,908 miles
    Test number
    512631280758
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass47,494 miles (+5,296)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    47,494 miles
    Test number
    325506492619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,198 miles (+7,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    42,198 miles
    Test number
    249221755076
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass35,198 miles (+7,543)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    35,198 miles
    Test number
    667403944052
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass27,655 miles (+4,460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    27,655 miles
    Test number
    988287233051
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass23,195 miles (+4,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    23,195 miles
    Test number
    816576022076
    • 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)

  24. Pass18,266 miles (+4,277)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    18,266 miles
    Test number
    877506121012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,989 miles (+6,360)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    13,989 miles
    Test number
    910696550043
    • DangerousNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass7,629 miles (+2,325)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    7,629 miles
    Test number
    442983858409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass5,304 miles (+999)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    5,304 miles
    Test number
    562844208083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass4,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    4,305 miles
    Test number
    612085477086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 ZPR

Does LS53 ZPR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 ZPR expired on 18 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 ZPR?
The MOT on LS53 ZPR expired on 18 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 ZPR done?
LS53 ZPR was recorded at 113,065 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 5,875 miles a year.
Has LS53 ZPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 ZPR has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 ZPR 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 LS53 ZPR find?
LS53 ZPR passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side; offside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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