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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,497 cc

V6 MDUMOT history

V6 MDU is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 8 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 141,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

V6 MDU silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
141,211 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 MDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
8 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 MDU was last recorded at 141,211 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 3,340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
137,871 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,340 miles
Average per year
5,602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,211 miles
  • 2025 – 137,871 miles
  • 2024 – 133,418 miles
  • 2023 – 128,349 miles
  • 2022 – 122,611 miles
  • 2021 – 115,757 miles
  • 2019 – 107,002 miles
  • 2018 – 100,075 miles
  • 2017 – 92,960 miles
  • 2016 – 85,829 miles
  • 2015 – 80,635 miles
  • 2014 – 75,659 miles
  • 2013 – 72,459 miles
  • 2012 – 66,976 miles
  • 2011 – 60,088 miles
  • 2010 – 52,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,211 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexible section deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,211 miles (+3,340)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    141,211 miles
    Test number
    790288845245
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible section deteriorated

  2. Pass137,871 miles (+4,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    137,871 miles
    Test number
    797353586098
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible section deteriorated

  3. Pass133,418 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    133,418 miles
    Test number
    340186008468
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail133,418 miles (+5,069)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,418 miles
    Test number
    144710095768
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass128,349 miles (+5,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    128,349 miles
    Test number
    651403777220
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass122,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    122,611 miles
    Test number
    376424399515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail122,611 miles (+6,854)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,611 miles
    Test number
    802237333173
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass115,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    115,757 miles
    Test number
    507294282315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail115,757 miles (+8,755)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,757 miles
    Test number
    646791748479
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass107,002 miles (+6,927)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,002 miles
    Test number
    256900365912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front suspension arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing inner & outer tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front suspension arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s front tyres wearing inner tread

  11. Pass100,075 miles (+7,115)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    100,075 miles
    Test number
    114373976333
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged both [perished] (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  12. Pass92,960 miles (+7,131)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,960 miles
    Test number
    388029230490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,829 miles (+5,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    85,829 miles
    Test number
    440772681715
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% 3rd brake light (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass80,635 miles (+18)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,635 miles
    Test number
    245371195090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass80,617 miles (+4,958)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,617 miles
    Test number
    629406875032
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  16. Pass75,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,659 miles
    Test number
    156058634488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,658 miles (+3,199)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,658 miles
    Test number
    899808234087
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass72,459 miles (+5,483)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    72,459 miles
    Test number
    785787143055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,976 miles (+6,888)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,976 miles
    Test number
    337128352064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,088 miles (+7,755)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,088 miles
    Test number
    707736951083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,333 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    52,333 miles
    Test number
    430546450090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V6 MDU

Does V6 MDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 MDU is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 MDU?
The MOT on V6 MDU is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 MDU done?
V6 MDU was recorded at 141,211 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 5,602 miles a year.
Has V6 MDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 MDU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on V6 MDU 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 V6 MDU find?
V6 MDU passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front, inner; front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; exhaust flexible section deteriorated.

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