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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 2,497 cc

T3 RJCMOT history

T3 RJC is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 1 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 257,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
257,069 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 RJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 RJC was last recorded at 257,069 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
257,067 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 257,069 miles
  • 2025 – 256,595 miles
  • 2024 – 255,877 miles
  • 2023 – 251,515 miles
  • 2021 – 242,040 miles
  • 2020 – 236,224 miles
  • 2019 – 226,807 miles
  • 2018 – 219,765 miles
  • 2017 – 208,093 miles
  • 2016 – 197,664 miles
  • 2015 – 188,944 miles
  • 2014 – 177,279 miles
  • 2013 – 165,682 miles
  • 2012 – 154,406 miles
  • 2011 – 136,391 miles
  • 2010 – 112,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass257,069 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Electronic power steering not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass257,069 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    257,069 miles
    Test number
    389187116293
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  2. Fail257,067 miles (+5)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,067 miles
    Test number
    425698113184
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  3. Fail257,062 miles (+467)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,062 miles
    Test number
    542578883806
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion all solid at time of test

  4. Pass256,595 miles (+718)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    256,595 miles
    Test number
    683614291457
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle frame and suspension components

  5. Pass255,877 miles (+4,362)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    255,877 miles
    Test number
    122815722411
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass251,515 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    251,515 miles
    Test number
    161881059364
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under rear axel

  7. Fail251,509 miles (+9,469)3 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,509 miles
    Test number
    919409676429
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass242,040 miles (+5,816)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    242,040 miles
    Test number
    802795032693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass236,224 miles (+9,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    236,224 miles
    Test number
    343999797688
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted to lower vehicle not allowing some component inspection

  10. Pass226,807 miles (+7,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    226,807 miles
    Test number
    503763753203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass219,765 miles (+11,672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    219,765 miles
    Test number
    309721882662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlastic fitted under car
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  12. Pass208,093 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    208,093 miles
    Test number
    175547198197
    • AdvisoryPlastic under car

  13. Fail208,093 miles (+10,429)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,093 miles
    Test number
    893395805884
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlastic under car

  14. Pass197,664 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    197,664 miles
    Test number
    773159422033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail197,664 miles (+8,720)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,664 miles
    Test number
    764156669785
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  16. Pass188,944 miles (+11,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    188,944 miles
    Test number
    973434076371
    • AdvisoryPlastic Under-trays fitted

  17. Pass177,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    177,279 miles
    Test number
    525858714331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail177,279 miles (+11,597)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,279 miles
    Test number
    346058714325
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass165,682 miles (+11,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    165,682 miles
    Test number
    286232653342
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass154,406 miles (+18,015)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    154,406 miles
    Test number
    276723612323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass136,391 miles (+23,906)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    136,391 miles
    Test number
    896476391126
    • NotePlastic under vehicle

  22. Pass112,485 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    112,485 miles
    Test number
    423304150169
    • NoteChild seat fitted n/s/r seat belt not checked.

Questions about T3 RJC

Does T3 RJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T3 RJC is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T3 RJC?
The MOT on T3 RJC is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T3 RJC done?
T3 RJC was recorded at 257,069 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 8,867 miles a year.
Has T3 RJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 RJC has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T3 RJC 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 T3 RJC find?
T3 RJC passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: coolant leak; oil leak, but not excessive; under body corrosion.

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