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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,498 cc

R52 JPJMOT history

R52 JPJ is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 10 Oct 1997. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 126,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2022.

R52 JPJ blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2023
Mileage
126,034 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R52 JPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
10 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R52 JPJ was last recorded at 126,034 miles on 31 Jan 2022, 2,137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
123,897 miles · 24 Dec 2019
Between the last two tests
2,137 miles
Average per year
3,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 126,034 miles
  • 2019 – 123,897 miles
  • 2018 – 120,897 miles
  • 2017 – 118,078 miles
  • 2016 – 116,009 miles
  • 2015 – 114,455 miles
  • 2014 – 112,100 miles
  • 2013 – 109,224 miles
  • 2012 – 105,761 miles
  • 2011 – 101,846 miles
  • 2010 – 97,131 miles
  • 2009 – 92,849 miles
  • 2008 – 90,647 miles
  • 2007 – 83,736 miles
  • 2006 – 80,787 miles
  • 2005 – 72,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,034 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,034 miles (+2,137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    126,034 miles
    Test number
    315965458505
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass123,897 miles (+3,000)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,897 miles
    Test number
    220738759922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass120,897 miles (+2,819)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    120,897 miles
    Test number
    274966623441
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass118,078 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    118,078 miles
    Test number
    267397676609
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  5. Fail118,078 miles (+2,069)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,078 miles
    Test number
    779074467878
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  6. Pass116,009 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    116,009 miles
    Test number
    657162296358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  7. Fail116,009 miles (+1,554)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,009 miles
    Test number
    407181529726
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  8. Pass114,455 miles (+2,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    114,455 miles
    Test number
    697229937642
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine oil leak

  9. Pass112,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    112,100 miles
    Test number
    399837244342
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Fail112,099 miles (+2,875)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,099 miles
    Test number
    399547244328
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  11. Pass109,224 miles (+3,463)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    109,224 miles
    Test number
    156616643394
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass105,761 miles (+3,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    105,761 miles
    Test number
    868760452389
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass101,846 miles (+4,715)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    101,846 miles
    Test number
    235018391260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,131 miles (+4,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    97,131 miles
    Test number
    551100700353
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  15. Pass92,849 miles (+2,202)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    92,849 miles
    Test number
    693145199232
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  16. Pass90,647 miles (+6,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    90,647 miles
    Test number
    843261588292
    • 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)

  17. Pass83,736 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    83,736 miles
    Test number
    353322687218
    • NoteFront brake pads

  18. Fail83,736 miles (+2,949)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,736 miles
    Test number
    872192287288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront brake pads

  19. Pass80,787 miles (+8,246)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    80,787 miles
    Test number
    401706886204
    • NoteAdvanced wear in both front brake discs
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working

  20. Pass72,541 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    72,541 miles
    Test number
    411986255261
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about R52 JPJ

Does R52 JPJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R52 JPJ expired on 30 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R52 JPJ?
The MOT on R52 JPJ expired on 30 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R52 JPJ done?
R52 JPJ was recorded at 126,034 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2022, an average of 3,265 miles a year.
Has R52 JPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R52 JPJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2017.
Has the mileage on R52 JPJ 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 R52 JPJ find?
R52 JPJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component, and 1 more.

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