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BMW 525

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,497 cc

MAT 25MOT history

MAT 25 is a green diesel BMW 525 first used on 24 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 243,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

MAT 25 green BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
243,645 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MAT 25
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

MAT 25 was last recorded at 243,645 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 5,741 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
237,904 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,741 miles
Average per year
9,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 243,645 miles
  • 2024 – 237,904 miles
  • 2023 – 229,263 miles
  • 2022 – 221,723 miles
  • 2021 – 213,122 miles
  • 2020 – 206,515 miles
  • 2019 – 197,037 miles
  • 2018 – 185,328 miles
  • 2017 – 175,863 miles
  • 2016 – 164,326 miles
  • 2015 – 151,205 miles
  • 2014 – 138,279 miles
  • 2013 – 128,366 miles
  • 2012 – 118,583 miles
  • 2011 – 109,475 miles
  • 2010 – 100,631 miles
  • 2009 – 92,863 miles
  • 2008 – 85,704 miles
  • 2007 – 75,179 miles
  • 2006 – 61,870 miles
  • 2005 – 53,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,645 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

34 tests since 26 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,645 miles (+5,741)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    243,645 miles
    Test number
    247766073651
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass237,904 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    237,904 miles
    Test number
    905846316653
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central flexible sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail237,901 miles (+8,638)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,901 miles
    Test number
    171336873685
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe alongside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe alongside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central flexible sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass229,263 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    229,263 miles
    Test number
    636459171484
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre flexible sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on the outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail229,263 miles (+7,540)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,263 miles
    Test number
    359617730300
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Internal projector insecure (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre flexible sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on the outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass221,723 miles (+8,601)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    221,723 miles
    Test number
    658990843961
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both front flexible sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass213,122 miles (+6,607)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    213,122 miles
    Test number
    258589771770
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both front flexible pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn towards the centre of the tread - Approximately 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn towards the centre of the tread - Approximately 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass206,515 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    206,515 miles
    Test number
    667325119950
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail206,515 miles (+9,478)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,515 miles
    Test number
    738526649848
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass197,037 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    197,037 miles
    Test number
    762478335872
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged opaque (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPermit in drivers view

  11. Fail197,037 miles (+11,709)2 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,037 miles
    Test number
    419409920097
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged opaque (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPermit in drivers view

  12. Pass185,328 miles (+9,465)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    185,328 miles
    Test number
    988919114574
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass175,863 miles (+44)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    175,863 miles
    Test number
    244458088405
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm smooth outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm smooth outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryItem in drivers view

  14. Fail175,819 miles (+11,493)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,819 miles
    Test number
    616541272369
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure reflector (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper 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 Headlamp insecure reflector (1.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm smooth outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm smooth outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryItem in drivers view

  15. Pass164,326 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    164,326 miles
    Test number
    812863599702
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joints (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail164,326 miles (+13,121)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,326 miles
    Test number
    788549855670
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joints (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. weak (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass151,205 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    151,205 miles
    Test number
    536491396897
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe flexible sections (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and has deep cuts in tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems in drivers view

  18. Fail151,205 miles (+12,926)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,205 miles
    Test number
    191945932388
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe flexible sections (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin and discs are lipped (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake is weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and has deep cuts in tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems in drivers view

  19. Pass138,279 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    138,279 miles
    Test number
    318389384283
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on outer edges

  20. Fail138,279 miles (+9,913)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,279 miles
    Test number
    308872984232
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on outer edges

  21. Pass128,366 miles (+9,783)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    128,366 miles
    Test number
    307614983434
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  22. Pass118,583 miles (+9,108)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    118,583 miles
    Test number
    857207972212
    • NoteFront exhaust system flexible joints poor condition

  23. Pass109,475 miles (+8,844)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    109,475 miles
    Test number
    456064491214
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront exhaust flexible joints poor condition

  24. Pass100,631 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    100,631 miles
    Test number
    261429370257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail100,631 miles (+7,768)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,631 miles
    Test number
    490489870210
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass92,863 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    92,863 miles
    Test number
    532798689212
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail92,863 miles (+7,159)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,863 miles
    Test number
    963108889228
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass85,704 miles (+10,525)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    85,704 miles
    Test number
    161412188231
    • NoteN/s/r tyre close to 2mm bars

  29. Pass75,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    75,179 miles
    Test number
    542746007362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail75,179 miles (+13,309)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,179 miles
    Test number
    931226607383
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  31. Pass61,870 miles7 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    61,870 miles
    Test number
    721266896278
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted
    • NoteFront registration plate discolouring
    • NoteNearside front wheel rim damaged slightly
    • NotePlastic side skirts fitted
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing

  32. Fail61,870 miles (+7,968)3 dangerous1 failure7 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,870 miles
    Test number
    990564196269
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted
    • NoteFront registration plate discolouring
    • NoteLong travel on parking brake lever
    • NoteNearside front wheel rim damaged slightly
    • NotePlastic side skirts fitted
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing

  33. Pass53,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    53,902 miles
    Test number
    113480775220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail53,902 miles3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,902 miles
    Test number
    351149765476
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteSlight play in both inner rack joints
    • NoteSlight poor condition both front wiper blades

Questions about MAT 25

What vehicle is registration MAT 25 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MAT 25 on a green diesel BMW 525 first used on 24 Oct 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MAT 25 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MAT 25 is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on MAT 25?
The MOT on MAT 25 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 MAT 25 done?
MAT 25 was recorded at 243,645 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 9,454 miles a year.
Has MAT 25 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MAT 25 has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on MAT 25 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 MAT 25 find?
MAT 25 passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm; offside rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm.

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