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BMW 525

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,497 cc

T99 BTTMOT history

T99 BTT is a green diesel BMW 525 first used on 30 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 220,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Apr 2024
Mileage
220,863 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T99 BTT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T99 BTT was last recorded at 220,863 miles on 26 Apr 2023, 11,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Apr 2020: 182,052 miles, lower than 818,952 miles on 6 Feb 2020.
  • 16 Apr 2020: 182,050 miles, lower than 182,052 miles on 3 Apr 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
209,638 miles · 14 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
11,225 miles
Average per year
7,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 220,863 miles
  • 2022 – 209,638 miles
  • 2021 – 192,888 miles
  • 2020 – 182,050 miles
  • 2019 – 174,485 miles
  • 2018 – 169,453 miles
  • 2016 – 159,549 miles
  • 2015 – 152,891 miles
  • 2014 – 146,186 miles
  • 2013 – 140,321 miles
  • 2012 – 135,042 miles
  • 2011 – 126,296 miles
  • 2010 – 119,593 miles
  • 2009 – 112,372 miles
  • 2008 – 105,641 miles
  • 2007 – 98,856 miles
  • 2006 – 92,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,863 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,863 miles (+11,225)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    220,863 miles
    Test number
    304231905551
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass209,638 miles (+16,750)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    209,638 miles
    Test number
    273326323746
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been welded

  3. Pass192,888 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    192,888 miles
    Test number
    145505923550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has slight corrosion under body and sills

  4. Fail192,888 miles (+10,838)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,888 miles
    Test number
    303176777096
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass182,050 miles (-2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    182,050 miles
    Test number
    428000942498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail182,052 miles (-636,900)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,052 miles
    Test number
    835091046767
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail818,952 miles (+644,467)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    818,952 miles
    Test number
    468026391575
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cleaner
    • AdvisoryTracking

  8. Pass174,485 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    174,485 miles
    Test number
    268704780754
    • AdvisorySill covers and under trays fitted

  9. Fail174,458 miles (+5,005)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,458 miles
    Test number
    987822611338
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass169,453 miles (+9,904)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    169,453 miles
    Test number
    266978676294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass159,549 miles (+6,658)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    159,549 miles
    Test number
    421014910219
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  12. Pass152,891 miles (+6,705)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    152,891 miles
    Test number
    561378924768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass146,186 miles (+5,865)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    146,186 miles
    Test number
    289636724236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass140,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    140,321 miles
    Test number
    838464213281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail140,321 miles (+5,279)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,321 miles
    Test number
    219101913210
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass135,042 miles (+2,748)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    135,042 miles
    Test number
    335380432407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass132,294 miles (+5,998)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    132,294 miles
    Test number
    356404472005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass126,296 miles (+6,703)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    126,296 miles
    Test number
    789317671049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass119,593 miles (+7,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    119,593 miles
    Test number
    952504170081
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass112,372 miles (+6,731)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    112,372 miles
    Test number
    701126779024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass105,641 miles (+6,785)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    105,641 miles
    Test number
    451827078099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass98,856 miles (+6,165)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    98,856 miles
    Test number
    482052777011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass92,691 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    92,691 miles
    Test number
    121020686471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NotePlease note there is very slight movement in rack ends

Questions about T99 BTT

Does T99 BTT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T99 BTT expired on 25 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T99 BTT?
The MOT on T99 BTT expired on 25 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T99 BTT done?
T99 BTT was recorded at 220,863 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2023, an average of 7,496 miles a year.
Has T99 BTT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T99 BTT has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on T99 BTT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 3 Apr 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T99 BTT find?
T99 BTT passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust mounting defective; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi, and 5 more.

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