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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

T18 GNYMOT history

T18 GNY is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 29 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 125,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
125,379 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 GNY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 GNY was last recorded at 125,379 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 3,349 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jun 2019: 80,409 miles, lower than 736,980 miles on 21 May 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
122,030 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,349 miles
Average per year
6,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,379 miles
  • 2025 – 122,030 miles
  • 2024 – 119,476 miles
  • 2023 – 112,093 miles
  • 2022 – 102,439 miles
  • 2021 – 90,402 miles
  • 2019 – 80,409 miles
  • 2018 – 736,980 miles
  • 2017 – 65,238 miles
  • 2016 – 65,042 miles
  • 2015 – 54,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,379 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryEngine cover
  • AdvisoryUnder trays not allowing inspection of some components

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

13 tests since 4 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,379 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    125,379 miles
    Test number
    241719356978
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUnder trays not allowing inspection of some components

  2. Fail125,379 miles (+3,349)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,379 miles
    Test number
    697554767888
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUnder trays not allowing inspection of some components

  3. Pass122,030 miles (+2,554)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    122,030 miles
    Test number
    603739984201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,476 miles (+7,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    119,476 miles
    Test number
    412049773852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  5. Pass112,093 miles (+9,654)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    112,093 miles
    Test number
    386305133288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both shock absorber bump stops deteriorated

  6. Pass102,439 miles (+12,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    102,439 miles
    Test number
    542952165249
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass90,402 miles (+9,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    90,402 miles
    Test number
    999966450139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass80,409 miles (-656,571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    80,409 miles
    Test number
    548719490474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output MOISTURE ON LENS INSIDE BUT NOT EFFECTING BEAM PATTERN (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted slight dent in rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass736,980 miles (+671,742)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    736,980 miles
    Test number
    148593811860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,238 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,238 miles
    Test number
    861853137103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,042 miles (+10,072)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,042 miles
    Test number
    866329091118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,970 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    54,970 miles
    Test number
    869215865004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • 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)

  13. Fail54,968 miles1 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,968 miles
    Test number
    436343265093
    • DangerousNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • 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)

Questions about T18 GNY

Does T18 GNY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 GNY is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 GNY?
The MOT on T18 GNY is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 GNY done?
T18 GNY was recorded at 125,379 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 6,229 miles a year.
Has T18 GNY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 GNY has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T18 GNY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jun 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T18 GNY find?
T18 GNY passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: engine cover; under trays not allowing inspection of some components.

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