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BMW 525

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,497 cc

LS54 VRVMOT history

LS54 VRV is a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 16 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 148,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

LS54 VRV black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
148,439 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 VRV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 VRV was last recorded at 148,439 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 12,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,402 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,037 miles
Average per year
5,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,439 miles
  • 2025 – 136,402 miles
  • 2024 – 123,439 miles
  • 2023 – 112,805 miles
  • 2022 – 111,707 miles
  • 2020 – 108,624 miles
  • 2018 – 105,466 miles
  • 2017 – 100,330 miles
  • 2016 – 93,997 miles
  • 2015 – 90,623 miles
  • 2014 – 82,575 miles
  • 2013 – 73,525 miles
  • 2012 – 67,462 miles
  • 2011 – 60,625 miles
  • 2010 – 55,190 miles
  • 2009 – 51,873 miles
  • 2008 – 49,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,439 miles

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Tyre pressure warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,439 miles (+12,037)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    148,439 miles
    Test number
    274265565257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,402 miles (+12,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    136,402 miles
    Test number
    755187465895
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTmps light

  3. Pass123,439 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    123,439 miles
    Test number
    918570676414
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail123,439 miles (+10,634)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,439 miles
    Test number
    173675330582
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,805 miles (+43)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    112,805 miles
    Test number
    129281981702
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail112,762 miles (+1,055)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,762 miles
    Test number
    564367201549
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass111,707 miles (+3,083)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,707 miles
    Test number
    727195962105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,624 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,624 miles
    Test number
    884124254406
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  9. Fail108,624 miles (+3,158)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,624 miles
    Test number
    601452671035
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  10. Pass105,466 miles (+5,136)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    105,466 miles
    Test number
    474621577630
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high

  11. Pass100,330 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    100,330 miles
    Test number
    682815732420
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre very close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre on the legal limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  12. Fail100,330 miles (+6,333)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,330 miles
    Test number
    590255086039
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre very close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre on the legal limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  13. Pass93,997 miles (+3,374)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    93,997 miles
    Test number
    999498850395
    • AdvisoryStrong advise;Offside rear tyre on wear limit.

  14. Pass90,623 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,623 miles
    Test number
    430062043996
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail90,599 miles (+8,024)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,599 miles
    Test number
    967175102156
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag light (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leaking

  16. Fail82,575 miles4 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,575 miles
    Test number
    296251004483
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass82,575 miles (+9,050)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,575 miles
    Test number
    337121104170
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass73,525 miles (+6,063)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    73,525 miles
    Test number
    956004593061
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass67,462 miles (+6,837)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    67,462 miles
    Test number
    695684192071
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass60,625 miles (+5,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,625 miles
    Test number
    347369981019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass55,190 miles (+3,317)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    55,190 miles
    Test number
    582321570063
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass51,873 miles (+2,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    51,873 miles
    Test number
    191813719011
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass49,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    49,651 miles
    Test number
    754100518069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 VRV

Does LS54 VRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS54 VRV is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS54 VRV?
The MOT on LS54 VRV is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS54 VRV done?
LS54 VRV was recorded at 148,439 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 5,423 miles a year.
Has LS54 VRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 VRV has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LS54 VRV 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 LS54 VRV find?
LS54 VRV passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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