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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,497 cc

T5 BSNMOT history

T5 BSN is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 24 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 153,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
153,323 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,863 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 BSN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 BSN was last recorded at 153,323 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 7,999 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,324 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,999 miles
Average per year
6,863 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,323 miles
  • 2025 – 145,324 miles
  • 2024 – 140,162 miles
  • 2023 – 133,802 miles
  • 2022 – 122,200 miles
  • 2021 – 114,643 miles
  • 2020 – 112,259 miles
  • 2019 – 107,234 miles
  • 2018 – 97,964 miles
  • 2017 – 85,870 miles
  • 2016 – 76,780 miles
  • 2015 – 69,314 miles
  • 2014 – 60,703 miles
  • 2013 – 53,840 miles
  • 2012 – 46,708 miles
  • 2011 – 43,199 miles
  • 2010 – 37,225 miles
  • 2009 – 31,517 miles
  • 2008 – 25,607 miles
  • 2007 – 21,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,323 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower main arm front most inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror glass cracked
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower main arm front most inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most radius arm outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,323 miles (+7,999)2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    153,323 miles
    Test number
    685532093771
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower main arm front most inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower main arm front most inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most radius arm outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass145,324 miles (+36)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    145,324 miles
    Test number
    645534282522
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail145,288 miles (+5,126)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,288 miles
    Test number
    476430365398
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  4. Pass140,162 miles (+162)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    140,162 miles
    Test number
    169471588937
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail140,000 miles (+6,198)5 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,000 miles
    Test number
    298597977401
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front 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))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed vehicle smoking a lot (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass133,802 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    133,802 miles
    Test number
    566057640355
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail133,797 miles (+11,597)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,797 miles
    Test number
    740709515857
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,200 miles (+7,557)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    122,200 miles
    Test number
    502932994148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,643 miles (+2,384)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    114,643 miles
    Test number
    325490840520
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass112,259 miles (+5,025)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    112,259 miles
    Test number
    963443152432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass107,234 miles (+9,270)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,234 miles
    Test number
    569709085359
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass97,964 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,964 miles
    Test number
    175232863122
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail97,964 miles (+12,094)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,964 miles
    Test number
    453300561487
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass85,870 miles (+9,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    85,870 miles
    Test number
    326059794726
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass76,780 miles (+7,466)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    76,780 miles
    Test number
    573217474518
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight residue of oil offside rear drive shaft inner seal

  16. Pass69,314 miles (+8,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,314 miles
    Test number
    465144555151
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass60,703 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    60,703 miles
    Test number
    296040464106
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low on tread

  18. Fail60,703 miles (+6,863)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,703 miles
    Test number
    845470564180
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low on tread

  19. Pass53,840 miles (+7,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    53,840 miles
    Test number
    247769243448
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass46,708 miles (+3,509)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,708 miles
    Test number
    236706362144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres low on tread

  21. Pass43,199 miles (+5,974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    43,199 miles
    Test number
    236102651459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass37,225 miles (+5,708)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,225 miles
    Test number
    660553270121
    • NoteFront tyres starting to wear unevenly

  23. Pass31,517 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    31,517 miles
    Test number
    590063069107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail31,517 miles (+5,910)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,517 miles
    Test number
    852073569135
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass25,607 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,607 miles
    Test number
    430904468105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S front tyre worn on inner and outer edge
    • NoteO/S front tyre has cut in tred

  26. Fail25,607 miles (+4,496)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,607 miles
    Test number
    881634568104
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass21,111 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    21,111 miles
    Test number
    900986567161
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner and outer edges.
    • NoteRear tyre treads worn down to legal limit.

Questions about T5 BSN

Does T5 BSN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 BSN is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 BSN?
The MOT on T5 BSN is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 BSN done?
T5 BSN was recorded at 153,323 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 6,863 miles a year.
Has T5 BSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 BSN has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 BSN 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 T5 BSN find?
T5 BSN passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 14 advisories: nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly twisted; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 13 more.

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