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BMW 525

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

V50 MJCMOT history

V50 MJC is a silver petrol BMW 525 first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 100,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

V50 MJC silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
100,485 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 MJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V50 MJC was last recorded at 100,485 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 2,868 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,617 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,868 miles
Average per year
3,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,485 miles
  • 2025 – 97,617 miles
  • 2024 – 94,801 miles
  • 2023 – 92,430 miles
  • 2021 – 90,335 miles
  • 2019 – 84,701 miles
  • 2018 – 80,659 miles
  • 2017 – 76,753 miles
  • 2016 – 73,056 miles
  • 2015 – 70,732 miles
  • 2014 – 67,495 miles
  • 2013 – 63,396 miles
  • 2012 – 60,976 miles
  • 2011 – 59,180 miles
  • 2010 – 57,106 miles
  • 2009 – 50,582 miles
  • 2008 – 43,270 miles
  • 2007 – 36,488 miles
  • 2006 – 29,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,485 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • N/s/r tyre slightly cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,485 miles (+2,868)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    100,485 miles
    Test number
    706464646889
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
  2. Pass97,617 miles (+2,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    97,617 miles
    Test number
    738877745259
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass94,801 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    94,801 miles
    Test number
    198855971890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail94,636 miles (+2,206)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,636 miles
    Test number
    430759641821
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill holed + excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill holed + excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  5. Pass92,430 miles (+2,095)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,430 miles
    Test number
    532340043451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,335 miles (+2,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,335 miles
    Test number
    488937396887
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass87,716 miles (+3,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,716 miles
    Test number
    726106262918
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass84,701 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,701 miles
    Test number
    551927863406
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre slightly cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail84,686 miles (+4,027)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,686 miles
    Test number
    720203203003
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre slightly cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass80,659 miles (+3,906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    80,659 miles
    Test number
    655682675387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass76,753 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    76,753 miles
    Test number
    607073473627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,719 miles (+3,663)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,719 miles
    Test number
    471837360005
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass73,056 miles (+2,324)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,056 miles
    Test number
    738182859731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,732 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,732 miles
    Test number
    127937935297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,495 miles (+4,099)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    67,495 miles
    Test number
    119060114263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,396 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,396 miles
    Test number
    545009913233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,976 miles (+1,796)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,976 miles
    Test number
    166922002211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,180 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,180 miles
    Test number
    685465811293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,106 miles (+6,524)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,106 miles
    Test number
    200132820224
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted on nearside rear seat so seat belt not fully checked.
  20. Pass50,582 miles (+7,312)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,582 miles
    Test number
    972741739238
    • NoteFront tyres worn low inner edges
  21. Pass43,270 miles (+6,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    43,270 miles
    Test number
    240637278476
    • 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. Pass36,488 miles (+7,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    36,488 miles
    Test number
    644051777108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass29,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    29,161 miles
    Test number
    263325786145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V50 MJC

Does V50 MJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V50 MJC is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V50 MJC?
The MOT on V50 MJC is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V50 MJC done?
V50 MJC was recorded at 100,485 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 3,612 miles a year.
Has V50 MJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 MJC has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on V50 MJC 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 V50 MJC find?
V50 MJC passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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