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BMW 5 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

T25 RFLMOT history

T25 RFL is a blue diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 16 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 140,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
140,632 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T25 RFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T25 RFL was last recorded at 140,632 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 6,277 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,355 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,277 miles
Average per year
5,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,632 miles
  • 2025 – 134,355 miles
  • 2024 – 126,257 miles
  • 2023 – 119,612 miles
  • 2022 – 107,252 miles
  • 2021 – 96,233 miles
  • 2020 – 93,262 miles
  • 2019 – 86,863 miles
  • 2018 – 81,828 miles
  • 2017 – 80,580 miles
  • 2016 – 76,513 miles
  • 2015 – 70,697 miles
  • 2014 – 64,798 miles
  • 2013 – 60,691 miles
  • 2012 – 56,713 miles
  • 2011 – 50,054 miles
  • 2010 – 45,172 miles
  • 2009 – 40,821 miles
  • 2008 – 34,847 miles
  • 2007 – 29,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,632 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (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 Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,632 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    140,632 miles
    Test number
    402809623880
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail140,619 miles (+6,264)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,619 miles
    Test number
    801779819273
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,355 miles (+8,098)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    134,355 miles
    Test number
    224794297417
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play furthest forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass126,257 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    126,257 miles
    Test number
    392724633269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush delaminating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush delaminating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber has slight internal play in gland

  5. Fail126,257 miles (+6,645)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,257 miles
    Test number
    597372718764
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush delaminating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush delaminating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber has slight internal play in gland

  6. Pass119,612 miles (+67)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    119,612 miles
    Test number
    528490750280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower shock bolts incorrect but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower shock bolt incorrect but secure
    • AdvisoryLarge under trays fitted

  7. Fail119,545 miles (+332)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,545 miles
    Test number
    404067886162
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn void bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed brake hose touching anti roll bar link bracket insecure (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower shock bolts incorrect but secure
    • AdvisoryLarge under trays fitted

  8. Fail119,213 miles (+11,961)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,213 miles
    Test number
    454179629445
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn lower hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Pass107,252 miles (+11,019)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,252 miles
    Test number
    182856710763
    • AdvisoryFront Inner steering rack joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner suspension arm ball joint bush slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower rose bush has slight play

  10. Pass96,233 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,233 miles
    Test number
    179116384022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,198 miles (+2,936)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,198 miles
    Test number
    323518038719
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass93,262 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    93,262 miles
    Test number
    298596074022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail93,255 miles (+6,392)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,255 miles
    Test number
    812982067436
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass86,863 miles (+5,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,863 miles
    Test number
    640564238501
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass81,828 miles (+23)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,828 miles
    Test number
    795426718458
    • AdvisoryE.M.L light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt forward (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail81,805 miles (+1,225)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,805 miles
    Test number
    300900435822
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryE.M.L light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt forward (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass80,580 miles (+4,067)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,580 miles
    Test number
    978479064307
    • AdvisoryFront corrosion to anti roll bar
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tie rod arm slight play but not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine area

  18. Pass76,513 miles (+5,816)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,513 miles
    Test number
    583644921457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass70,697 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,697 miles
    Test number
    436064385076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlay o/s of steering rack

  20. Fail70,697 miles (+5,899)2 dangerous3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,697 miles
    Test number
    376103685009
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlay o/s of steering rack

  21. Pass64,798 miles (+4,107)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,798 miles
    Test number
    267015004179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner shoulder
    • NoteSlight play within o/s of steering rack

  22. Pass60,691 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    60,691 miles
    Test number
    769405383036
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside hand brake slower than offside hand brake on brake tester.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cut to cord,worn on inner edge.MOT PASS AT THIS TIME.

  23. Fail60,961 miles (+4,248)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,961 miles
    Test number
    958565383060
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on edges and cracks in tread pattern.
    • NoteNearside hand brake slower than offside hand brake on brake tester.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cut to cord,worn on inner edge.MOT PASS AT THIS TIME.

  24. Pass56,713 miles (+6,659)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,713 miles
    Test number
    656138982080
    • DangerousCuts in offside front tyre,down to cords but mot pass at this time,
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteTowing 13 pin scocket does not have left or right tail lights working or rear fog lamp light working on tester.

  25. Pass50,054 miles (+4,882)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,054 miles
    Test number
    916788481080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,172 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,172 miles
    Test number
    890077590016
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Fail45,172 miles (+4,351)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,172 miles
    Test number
    902686790016
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

  28. Pass40,821 miles (+5,974)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,821 miles
    Test number
    592696899043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low,moreso on inner pad.
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low,moreso on inner pads.

  29. Pass34,847 miles (+5,604)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,847 miles
    Test number
    354526788040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,243 miles
    Test number
    331044497012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T25 RFL

Does T25 RFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T25 RFL is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T25 RFL?
The MOT on T25 RFL is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T25 RFL done?
T25 RFL was recorded at 140,632 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 5,801 miles a year.
Has T25 RFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T25 RFL has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T25 RFL 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 T25 RFL find?
T25 RFL passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; offside rear outer position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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