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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,497 cc

S720 CHCMOT history

S720 CHC is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 20 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2020 and it has passed 13 of 26 MOT tests, with 176,657 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2020
Mileage
176,657 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2023
MOT tests
26
13 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S720 CHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
20 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2020
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S720 CHC was last recorded at 176,657 miles on 13 Sept 2023, 4,810 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Apr 2018: 167,441 miles, lower than 167,442 miles on 13 Apr 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
171,847 miles · 24 May 2019
Between the last two tests
4,810 miles
Average per year
5,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 176,657 miles
  • 2019 – 171,847 miles
  • 2018 – 167,441 miles
  • 2017 – 167,441 miles
  • 2016 – 164,008 miles
  • 2015 – 162,690 miles
  • 2014 – 160,163 miles
  • 2013 – 155,749 miles
  • 2012 – 150,170 miles
  • 2011 – 144,587 miles
  • 2010 – 136,616 miles
  • 2008 – 120,534 miles
  • 2007 – 103,460 miles
  • 2006 – 89,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail176,657 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Boot (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

What MOT failures 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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Coil spring corroded both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail176,657 miles (+4,810)1 dangerous3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,657 miles
    Test number
    742420379183
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Boot (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  2. Pass171,847 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    171,847 miles
    Test number
    267020186705
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill floor and inner trim fitted (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and near side rear front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail171,847 miles3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,847 miles
    Test number
    133360467649
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective BOTH FRONT (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded BOTH FRONT (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFLOOR AND INNER TRIMS FITTED
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security OUTER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material AND NEAR SIDE FRONT (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail171,847 miles (+4,406)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,847 miles
    Test number
    281970893265
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective BOTH FRONT (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded BOTH FRONT (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFLOOR AND INNER TRIMS FITTED
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security OUTER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material AND NEAR SIDE FRONT (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass167,441 miles (-1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    167,441 miles
    Test number
    209662569975
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  6. Fail167,442 miles (+1)1 dangerous6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,442 miles
    Test number
    931181483855
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking front to rear (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  7. Fail167,441 miles (+3,433)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,441 miles
    Test number
    430021757342
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Pass164,008 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    164,008 miles
    Test number
    197087307664
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail164,005 miles (+1,315)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,005 miles
    Test number
    177493266047
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Boot floor /battery mount area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass162,690 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    162,690 miles
    Test number
    247360575126
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise offside handbrake effort low
    • NoteDrivers window will not open
    • NoteFuel pipes to rear corroded

  11. Fail162,690 miles (+2,527)1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,690 miles
    Test number
    465930675108
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise offside handbrake effort low
    • NoteDrivers window will not open
    • NoteFuel pipes to rear corroded

  12. Pass160,163 miles (+4,414)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    160,163 miles
    Test number
    938595044061
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  13. Pass155,749 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    155,749 miles
    Test number
    317632143080
    • NoteBoot floor corroded

  14. Fail155,749 miles (+5,579)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,749 miles
    Test number
    198192543037
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass150,170 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    150,170 miles
    Test number
    169018842432
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion

  16. Fail150,170 miles (+5,583)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,170 miles
    Test number
    518608642031
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion

  17. Pass144,587 miles (+4)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    144,587 miles
    Test number
    928228541074
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  18. Fail144,583 miles (+7,967)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,583 miles
    Test number
    316178231071
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  19. Pass136,616 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    136,616 miles
    Test number
    174104910423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  20. Fail136,614 miles (+16,080)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,614 miles
    Test number
    141584810060
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  21. Pass120,534 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    120,534 miles
    Test number
    560019418347
    • 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)
    • NoteInspect front inner brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteOffside front flexy brake hose been rubbing on metal brake pipe

  22. Fail120,534 miles (+3,079)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,534 miles
    Test number
    221828318359
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.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)
    • NoteFront position lamps dull
    • NoteInspect front inner brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteOffside front flexy brake hose been rubbing on metal brake pipe

  23. Pass117,455 miles (+13,995)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    117,455 miles
    Test number
    441553478182
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise nearside handbrake effort low
    • NoteAdvise rear tyres worn to 3 mm

  24. Pass103,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    103,460 miles
    Test number
    970116557175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail103,548 miles (+13,871)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,548 miles
    Test number
    974516457141
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass89,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    89,677 miles
    Test number
    833656156180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S720 CHC

Does S720 CHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S720 CHC expired on 23 Nov 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S720 CHC?
The MOT on S720 CHC expired on 23 Nov 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S720 CHC done?
S720 CHC was recorded at 176,657 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2023, an average of 5,036 miles a year.
Has S720 CHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S720 CHC has failed 13 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on S720 CHC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Apr 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S720 CHC find?
S720 CHC failed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; front supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault; offside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot, and 11 more.

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