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BMW 525

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

T16 GBBMOT history

T16 GBB is a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 10 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 131,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
131,062 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 GBB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 GBB was last recorded at 131,062 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 1,498 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,564 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,498 miles
Average per year
4,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,062 miles
  • 2024 – 129,564 miles
  • 2020 – 126,584 miles
  • 2019 – 123,120 miles
  • 2018 – 120,955 miles
  • 2017 – 119,658 miles
  • 2016 – 113,873 miles
  • 2015 – 105,921 miles
  • 2014 – 102,902 miles
  • 2013 – 90,929 miles
  • 2011 – 86,174 miles
  • 2010 – 78,786 miles
  • 2009 – 69,753 miles
  • 2008 – 54,354 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,062 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass131,062 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    131,062 miles
    Test number
    643869210124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,564 miles (+2,980)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    129,564 miles
    Test number
    504085562683
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass126,584 miles (+3,464)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    126,584 miles
    Test number
    942875660045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass123,120 miles (+2,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,120 miles
    Test number
    526922847861
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass120,955 miles (+1,297)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,955 miles
    Test number
    389531366930
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of under body

  6. Pass119,658 miles (+5,785)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    119,658 miles
    Test number
    950319794759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,873 miles (+7,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    113,873 miles
    Test number
    197532512043
    • 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)

  8. Pass105,921 miles (+3,019)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    105,921 miles
    Test number
    955369855191
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Pass102,902 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    102,902 miles
    Test number
    556095854155
    • NoteBrake warning light on dash lit

  10. Fail102,902 miles (+11,973)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,902 miles
    Test number
    729024954190
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBrake warning light on dash lit

  11. Pass90,929 miles (+4,755)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    90,929 miles
    Test number
    868712403052
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass86,174 miles (+7,388)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    86,174 miles
    Test number
    439628541330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    78,786 miles
    Test number
    683299940347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail78,786 miles (+9,033)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,786 miles
    Test number
    132599940392
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass69,753 miles (+15,399)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    69,753 miles
    Test number
    421131459428
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  16. Pass54,354 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    54,354 miles
    Test number
    462033958420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,227 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    54,227 miles
    Test number
    771705718393
    • NoteNearside front tyre has small cut on inner tyre side wall.

Questions about T16 GBB

Does T16 GBB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 GBB is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T16 GBB?
The MOT on T16 GBB is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 GBB done?
T16 GBB was recorded at 131,062 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 4,522 miles a year.
Has T16 GBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 GBB has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2014.
Has the mileage on T16 GBB 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 T16 GBB find?
T16 GBB passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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