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BMW 525

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

T4 OPLMOT history

T4 OPL is a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 17 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 216,172 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
216,172 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 OPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 OPL was last recorded at 216,172 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,172 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 216,172 miles
  • 2024 – 215,279 miles
  • 2023 – 214,242 miles
  • 2022 – 209,155 miles
  • 2021 – 208,668 miles
  • 2020 – 202,867 miles
  • 2019 – 192,080 miles
  • 2018 – 189,519 miles
  • 2017 – 180,493 miles
  • 2016 – 167,322 miles
  • 2015 – 152,542 miles
  • 2014 – 137,772 miles
  • 2013 – 124,023 miles
  • 2012 – 111,735 miles
  • 2011 – 96,057 miles
  • 2010 – 75,194 miles
  • 2008 – 52,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,172 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKED IN BETWEEN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKED IN BETWEEN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords out side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,172 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    216,172 miles
    Test number
    160527449161
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKED IN BETWEEN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKED IN BETWEEN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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))

  2. Fail216,172 miles (+893)5 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,172 miles
    Test number
    841121200496
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKED IN BETWEEN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKED IN BETWEEN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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. Pass215,279 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    215,279 miles
    Test number
    372712375588
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edges tread wearing low on tread ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edges wearing low on tread ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail215,279 miles (+1,037)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,279 miles
    Test number
    168201934325
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edges tread wearing low on tread ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edges wearing low on tread ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass214,242 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    214,242 miles
    Test number
    327064775416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail214,241 miles (+5,086)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,241 miles
    Test number
    378245282047
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass209,155 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    209,155 miles
    Test number
    584020726538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass208,668 miles (+5,801)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    208,668 miles
    Test number
    426952717045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass202,867 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    202,867 miles
    Test number
    274883943787
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords out side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail202,867 miles (+10,787)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,867 miles
    Test number
    437793838958
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords out side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass192,080 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    192,080 miles
    Test number
    869079565319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail192,056 miles (+2,537)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,056 miles
    Test number
    320047399722
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass189,519 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    189,519 miles
    Test number
    570228226130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail189,519 miles (+9,026)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,519 miles
    Test number
    716530381895
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass180,493 miles (+13,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    180,493 miles
    Test number
    469713173694
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear N/S/R tyre tread is slightly worn

  16. Pass167,322 miles (+14,780)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    167,322 miles
    Test number
    137183057919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass152,542 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    152,542 miles
    Test number
    659249115242
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail152,542 miles (+14,770)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,542 miles
    Test number
    987279715254
    • Repaired at testNearside 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass137,772 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    137,772 miles
    Test number
    509065024230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail137,772 miles (+13,749)1 dangerous3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,772 miles
    Test number
    837324424221
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass124,023 miles (+12,288)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    124,023 miles
    Test number
    835967453130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass111,735 miles (+15,678)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,735 miles
    Test number
    617128152162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass96,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    96,057 miles
    Test number
    466523221133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail96,057 miles (+20,863)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,057 miles
    Test number
    417983321190
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass75,194 miles (+22,376)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    75,194 miles
    Test number
    891583200178
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass52,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,818 miles
    Test number
    321098068449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail52,818 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,818 miles
    Test number
    864428268204
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T4 OPL

Does T4 OPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 OPL is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T4 OPL?
The MOT on T4 OPL is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 OPL done?
T4 OPL was recorded at 216,172 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 9,481 miles a year.
Has T4 OPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 OPL has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 OPL 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 T4 OPL find?
T4 OPL passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 12 more.

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