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BMW 525

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

X23 RLMMOT history

X23 RLM is a silver petrol BMW 525 first used on 20 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 168,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2022.

X23 RLM silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2023
Mileage
168,834 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 RLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 RLM was last recorded at 168,834 miles on 16 Feb 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,834 miles · 3 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 168,834 miles
  • 2021 – 167,684 miles
  • 2019 – 166,388 miles
  • 2018 – 163,068 miles
  • 2017 – 160,655 miles
  • 2016 – 154,710 miles
  • 2015 – 150,260 miles
  • 2014 – 143,154 miles
  • 2013 – 135,660 miles
  • 2012 – 129,769 miles
  • 2011 – 122,526 miles
  • 2010 – 110,235 miles
  • 2009 – 94,065 miles
  • 2008 – 83,053 miles
  • 2007 – 74,704 miles
  • 2006 – 58,566 miles
  • 2005 – 48,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,834 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.

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    168,834 miles
    Test number
    230460205112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail168,834 miles (+1,150)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,834 miles
    Test number
    391831897520
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass167,684 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    167,684 miles
    Test number
    916907433462
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail167,683 miles (+1,295)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,683 miles
    Test number
    780633196548
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass166,388 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    166,388 miles
    Test number
    540373068426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail166,311 miles (+3,243)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,311 miles
    Test number
    341269642225
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass163,068 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    163,068 miles
    Test number
    768404298929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail163,064 miles (+2,409)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,064 miles
    Test number
    816896430966
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass160,655 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    160,655 miles
    Test number
    305774613387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail160,653 miles (+5,943)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,653 miles
    Test number
    795649512600
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  11. Pass154,710 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    154,710 miles
    Test number
    465821811066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail154,702 miles (+4,442)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,702 miles
    Test number
    109905454869
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass150,260 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    150,260 miles
    Test number
    372277261207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail150,259 miles (+7,105)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,259 miles
    Test number
    467260901540
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded BOTH FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass143,154 miles (+7,494)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    143,154 miles
    Test number
    289878184214
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass135,660 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    135,660 miles
    Test number
    407132483286
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side front tyre has outer side wall damage but no cords showing

  17. Fail135,660 miles (+5,891)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,660 miles
    Test number
    716312483290
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side front tyre has outer side wall damage but no cords showing

  18. Pass129,769 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    129,769 miles
    Test number
    306119592233
    • NoteVery slight oil leak from engine rear main oil seal

  19. Fail129,769 miles (+7,243)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,769 miles
    Test number
    435008192271
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteVery slight oil leak from engine rear main oil seal

  20. Pass122,526 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    122,526 miles
    Test number
    335244401318
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteDamage nearside rear tyre outer sidewall.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components but not resulting in excessive movement.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  21. Fail122,526 miles (+12,291)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,526 miles
    Test number
    495371601420
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteDamage nearside rear tyre outer sidewall.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components but not resulting in excessive movement.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  22. Pass110,235 miles (+16,170)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    110,235 miles
    Test number
    462489700480
    • NoteOffside front step tread tyre worn hard on inner edge

  23. Pass94,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    94,065 miles
    Test number
    781788889295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail94,060 miles (+11,007)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,060 miles
    Test number
    722398789225
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass83,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    83,053 miles
    Test number
    293038898206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail83,051 miles (+8,347)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,051 miles
    Test number
    821498198228
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass74,704 miles (+16,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    74,704 miles
    Test number
    203302217347
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  28. Pass58,566 miles (+9,964)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,566 miles
    Test number
    110080706313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass48,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    48,602 miles
    Test number
    543190305327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X23 RLM

Does X23 RLM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X23 RLM expired on 15 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X23 RLM?
The MOT on X23 RLM expired on 15 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X23 RLM done?
X23 RLM was recorded at 168,834 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2022, an average of 7,373 miles a year.
Has X23 RLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 RLM has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on X23 RLM 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 X23 RLM find?
X23 RLM passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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