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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,497 cc

T888 EDOMOT history

T888 EDO is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 11 Sept 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 178,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2026
Mileage
178,622 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T888 EDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T888 EDO was last recorded at 178,622 miles on 19 Jun 2025, 22,756 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,866 miles · 19 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
22,756 miles
Average per year
8,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 178,622 miles
  • 2024 – 155,866 miles
  • 2022 – 152,390 miles
  • 2021 – 149,356 miles
  • 2020 – 145,984 miles
  • 2019 – 143,130 miles
  • 2018 – 134,897 miles
  • 2017 – 127,241 miles
  • 2016 – 114,921 miles
  • 2015 – 97,010 miles
  • 2014 – 92,254 miles
  • 2013 – 81,811 miles
  • 2011 – 66,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,622 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass178,622 miles (+22,756)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    178,622 miles
    Test number
    137718215119
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass155,866 miles (+3,476)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    155,866 miles
    Test number
    506671180725
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Welded (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Welded (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,390 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    152,390 miles
    Test number
    970667923311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail152,388 miles (+3,032)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,388 miles
    Test number
    842637505345
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

  5. Pass149,356 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    149,356 miles
    Test number
    982458526962
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted

  6. Fail149,356 miles (+3,372)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,356 miles
    Test number
    240036095997
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted

  7. Pass145,984 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,984 miles
    Test number
    249985268182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail145,984 miles (+2,854)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,984 miles
    Test number
    364920663465
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass143,130 miles (+8,233)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    143,130 miles
    Test number
    786969371488
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass134,897 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    134,897 miles
    Test number
    508442104615
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened rear anti roll bar badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail134,897 miles (+7,656)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,897 miles
    Test number
    531867322300
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened rear anti roll bar badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass127,241 miles (+12,320)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    127,241 miles
    Test number
    463621530844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass114,921 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,921 miles
    Test number
    817370306630
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to offside rear seat

  14. Fail114,921 miles (+17,911)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,921 miles
    Test number
    294242567133
    • FailureCentre Statutory seat belt missing seat belt stalk (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to offside rear seat
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smeary

  15. Pass97,010 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,010 miles
    Test number
    188435475490
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail97,010 miles (+4,756)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,010 miles
    Test number
    528605275048
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass92,254 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    92,254 miles
    Test number
    898618234030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail92,253 miles (+10,442)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,253 miles
    Test number
    379267534037
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  19. Pass81,811 miles (+15,346)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    81,811 miles
    Test number
    866006353092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,465 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    66,465 miles
    Test number
    895279971272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T888 EDO

Does T888 EDO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T888 EDO expired on 18 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T888 EDO?
The MOT on T888 EDO expired on 18 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T888 EDO done?
T888 EDO was recorded at 178,622 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2025, an average of 8,185 miles a year.
Has T888 EDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T888 EDO has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T888 EDO 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 T888 EDO find?
T888 EDO passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 4 more.

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