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BMW 525

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 2,000 cc

V27 LEMMOT history

V27 LEM is a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 31 Dec 2014. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 113,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
113,772 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,345 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V27 LEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
31 Dec 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V27 LEM was last recorded at 113,772 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 8,242 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,530 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,242 miles
Average per year
9,345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,772 miles
  • 2025 – 105,530 miles
  • 2024 – 97,005 miles
  • 2023 – 77,513 miles
  • 2022 – 69,223 miles
  • 2021 – 68,734 miles
  • 2020 – 68,126 miles
  • 2019 – 56,085 miles
  • 2018 – 39,674 miles
  • 2017 – 32,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,772 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 19 Jun 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,772 miles (+8,242)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    113,772 miles
    Test number
    814287933191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass105,530 miles (+8,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,530 miles
    Test number
    230118018705
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass97,005 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    97,005 miles
    Test number
    822269617865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail97,004 miles (+19,491)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,004 miles
    Test number
    113314001695
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass77,513 miles (+8,290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    77,513 miles
    Test number
    196492412431
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  6. Pass69,223 miles (+489)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,223 miles
    Test number
    204216841732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,734 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    68,734 miles
    Test number
    619341011077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,126 miles (+12,041)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    68,126 miles
    Test number
    482390138097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    56,085 miles
    Test number
    288149550891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,085 miles (+16,411)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,085 miles
    Test number
    120970648249
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake starting to bind

  11. Pass39,674 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    39,674 miles
    Test number
    174379802827
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail39,647 miles (+7,541)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,647 miles
    Test number
    257927199766
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass32,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    32,106 miles
    Test number
    759680109449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V27 LEM

Does V27 LEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V27 LEM is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V27 LEM?
The MOT on V27 LEM is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V27 LEM done?
V27 LEM was recorded at 113,772 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 9,345 miles a year.
Has V27 LEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V27 LEM has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V27 LEM 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 V27 LEM find?
V27 LEM passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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