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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

T333 CEWMOT history

T333 CEW is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 1 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 202,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
202,612 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,646 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T333 CEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T333 CEW was last recorded at 202,612 miles on 10 Jan 2026, 5,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,330 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,282 miles
Average per year
9,646 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,612 miles
  • 2025 – 197,330 miles
  • 2024 – 187,219 miles
  • 2023 – 178,553 miles
  • 2022 – 172,374 miles
  • 2021 – 165,007 miles
  • 2019 – 147,023 miles
  • 2018 – 142,397 miles
  • 2017 – 128,788 miles
  • 2016 – 119,010 miles
  • 2015 – 111,828 miles
  • 2013 – 102,297 miles
  • 2012 – 82,297 miles
  • 2011 – 64,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,612 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both on inner side walls

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,612 miles (+5,282)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    202,612 miles
    Test number
    998071897460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass197,330 miles (+74)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2026
    Odometer
    197,330 miles
    Test number
    401509525472
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  3. Fail197,256 miles (+10,037)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,256 miles
    Test number
    729455409391
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  4. Pass187,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    187,219 miles
    Test number
    407537354479
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both on inner side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail187,219 miles (+8,666)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,219 miles
    Test number
    575054177669
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both and play (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side both low (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both on inner side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass178,553 miles (+6,179)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    178,553 miles
    Test number
    298157029007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass172,374 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    172,374 miles
    Test number
    673163435796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires adjustment

  8. Fail172,374 miles (+7,367)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,374 miles
    Test number
    987096896589
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires adjustment

  9. Pass165,007 miles (+17,984)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    165,007 miles
    Test number
    135211482476
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass147,023 miles (+4,626)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    147,023 miles
    Test number
    953147068243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,397 miles (+13,609)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    142,397 miles
    Test number
    624802420150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass128,788 miles (+9,778)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    128,788 miles
    Test number
    244804072764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEmission too clean

  13. Pass119,010 miles (+7,182)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    119,010 miles
    Test number
    648385978480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass111,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    111,828 miles
    Test number
    919978535080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,828 miles (+9,531)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,828 miles
    Test number
    417996035008
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  16. Pass102,297 miles (+20,000)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    102,297 miles
    Test number
    799109153297
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass82,297 miles (+17,705)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,297 miles
    Test number
    197605252261
    • NoteO/S/R tyre punchered

  18. Pass64,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    64,592 miles
    Test number
    615263061211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T333 CEW

Does T333 CEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T333 CEW is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T333 CEW?
The MOT on T333 CEW is valid until 9 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T333 CEW done?
T333 CEW was recorded at 202,612 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2026, an average of 9,646 miles a year.
Has T333 CEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T333 CEW has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T333 CEW 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 T333 CEW find?
T333 CEW passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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