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BMW 525

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

V56 GBPMOT history

V56 GBP is a grey petrol BMW 525 first used on 30 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 113,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2024
Mileage
113,242 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2023
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 GBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V56 GBP was last recorded at 113,242 miles on 14 Jan 2023, 99 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,143 miles · 28 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
99 miles
Average per year
5,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,242 miles
  • 2022 – 113,143 miles
  • 2021 – 100,154 miles
  • 2020 – 90,789 miles
  • 2019 – 90,772 miles
  • 2018 – 89,503 miles
  • 2017 – 85,610 miles
  • 2016 – 81,056 miles
  • 2015 – 78,186 miles
  • 2014 – 70,084 miles
  • 2013 – 62,536 miles
  • 2011 – 43,112 miles
  • 2010 – 40,407 miles
  • 2009 – 38,139 miles
  • 2008 – 34,807 miles
  • 2007 – 29,675 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,242 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,242 miles (+99)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    113,242 miles
    Test number
    383159883200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail113,143 miles (+12,989)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,143 miles
    Test number
    962209512521
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass100,154 miles (+9,365)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,154 miles
    Test number
    213647908488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,789 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,789 miles
    Test number
    711006494798
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Fail90,787 miles (+15)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,787 miles
    Test number
    120258334037
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc missing Steel shield bolts missing (1.1.14 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Under plastic shield (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  6. Pass90,772 miles (+1,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,772 miles
    Test number
    794455071596
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass89,503 miles (+3,893)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,503 miles
    Test number
    294158153169
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside, tyres deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear tyres deteriorated slightly
    • AdvisoryPark brake imbalance, nearside slow to apply
    • AdvisoryTyre size-225/50/17

  8. Pass85,610 miles (+4,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    85,610 miles
    Test number
    535412213271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass81,056 miles (+2,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    81,056 miles
    Test number
    729627634626
    • AdvisorySide walls starting to crack on front tyres

  10. Pass78,186 miles (+8,102)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,186 miles
    Test number
    950064079305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,084 miles (+7,548)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    70,084 miles
    Test number
    706764744360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,536 miles (+8,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    62,536 miles
    Test number
    297762053335
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass53,673 miles (+10,561)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    53,673 miles
    Test number
    845392703092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,112 miles (+2,705)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,112 miles
    Test number
    348226021392
    • NoteBoth front tyre perished on outter sidewalls
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust
    • NoteEngine cover fitted
    • NoteUndertray fitted

  15. Pass40,407 miles (+2,268)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,407 miles
    Test number
    551250830348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s front tyre side wall perished

  16. Pass38,139 miles (+3,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,139 miles
    Test number
    971817509364
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass34,807 miles (+5,132)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    34,807 miles
    Test number
    231282718350
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on wear bars

  18. Pass29,675 miles (+1,345)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    29,675 miles
    Test number
    682984837360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,330 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,330 miles
    Test number
    683087347220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about V56 GBP

Does V56 GBP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V56 GBP expired on 13 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V56 GBP?
The MOT on V56 GBP expired on 13 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V56 GBP done?
V56 GBP was recorded at 113,242 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2023, an average of 5,527 miles a year.
Has V56 GBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 GBP has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on V56 GBP 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 V56 GBP find?
V56 GBP passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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