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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,498 cc

T2 CSJMOT history

T2 CSJ is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 21 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 162,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
162,671 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T2 CSJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
21 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T2 CSJ was last recorded at 162,671 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,629 miles · 25 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
8,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,671 miles
  • 2025 – 162,629 miles
  • 2024 – 146,909 miles
  • 2023 – 139,595 miles
  • 2022 – 132,920 miles
  • 2021 – 124,734 miles
  • 2020 – 109,318 miles
  • 2019 – 102,204 miles
  • 2018 – 96,495 miles
  • 2017 – 88,819 miles
  • 2016 – 81,378 miles
  • 2014 – 64,857 miles
  • 2013 – 56,055 miles
  • 2012 – 45,928 miles
  • 2011 – 34,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,671 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,671 miles (+42)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    162,671 miles
    Test number
    674698343376
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail162,629 miles (+15,720)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,629 miles
    Test number
    786921560297
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,909 miles (+7,314)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    146,909 miles
    Test number
    142694505464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass139,595 miles (+6,675)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    139,595 miles
    Test number
    643280376573
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,920 miles (+8,186)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    132,920 miles
    Test number
    928575139230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement right (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass124,734 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    124,734 miles
    Test number
    576836175327
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail124,734 miles (+6,142)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,734 miles
    Test number
    657326410196
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass118,592 miles (+9,274)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    118,592 miles
    Test number
    137575522807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,318 miles (+7,114)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,318 miles
    Test number
    948396155833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,204 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    102,204 miles
    Test number
    667071906837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail102,203 miles (+5,708)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,203 miles
    Test number
    216073834301
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass96,495 miles (+7,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    96,495 miles
    Test number
    651943158149
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass88,819 miles (+7,441)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,819 miles
    Test number
    153483200833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,378 miles (+16,521)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,378 miles
    Test number
    136581106180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass64,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,857 miles
    Test number
    666402154390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,857 miles (+8,802)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,857 miles
    Test number
    435552654377
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass56,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,055 miles
    Test number
    335000413355
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail56,055 miles (+10,127)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,055 miles
    Test number
    138790413347
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass45,928 miles (+94)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    45,928 miles
    Test number
    637721982168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail45,834 miles (+11,556)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,834 miles
    Test number
    247224572432
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail34,278 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,278 miles
    Test number
    769426121136
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass34,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    34,278 miles
    Test number
    857276021145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T2 CSJ

Does T2 CSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T2 CSJ is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T2 CSJ?
The MOT on T2 CSJ is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T2 CSJ done?
T2 CSJ was recorded at 162,671 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 8,704 miles a year.
Has T2 CSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T2 CSJ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T2 CSJ 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 T2 CSJ find?
T2 CSJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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