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BMW 525

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,498 cc

R95 BJCMOT history

R95 BJC is a green diesel BMW 525 first used on 15 Oct 1997. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 131,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

R95 BJC green BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
131,675 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R95 BJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
15 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R95 BJC was last recorded at 131,675 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 4,086 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,589 miles · 24 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
4,086 miles
Average per year
3,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,675 miles
  • 2021 – 127,589 miles
  • 2019 – 118,586 miles
  • 2009 – 89,242 miles
  • 2008 – 84,200 miles
  • 2006 – 70,251 miles
  • 2005 – 58,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,675 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 16 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,675 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    131,675 miles
    Test number
    899243210808
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail131,675 miles (+4,086)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,675 miles
    Test number
    350363439422
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass127,589 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    127,589 miles
    Test number
    332139352889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (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))

  4. Fail127,586 miles (+9,000)15 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,586 miles
    Test number
    926658749156
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass118,586 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,586 miles
    Test number
    968257611432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail118,586 miles (+29,344)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,586 miles
    Test number
    593492640880
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass89,242 miles (+5,042)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    89,242 miles
    Test number
    191732979231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,200 miles (+13,949)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    84,200 miles
    Test number
    932006378220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,251 miles (+11,778)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    70,251 miles
    Test number
    981229316337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,473 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    58,473 miles
    Test number
    491100725401
    • 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)

Questions about R95 BJC

Does R95 BJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R95 BJC is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on R95 BJC?
The MOT on R95 BJC is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R95 BJC done?
R95 BJC was recorded at 131,675 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 3,550 miles a year.
Has R95 BJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R95 BJC has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on R95 BJC 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 R95 BJC find?
R95 BJC passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill.

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