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BMW 525

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

X453 AVJMOT history

X453 AVJ is a green petrol BMW 525 first used on 16 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 143,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

X453 AVJ green BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
143,728 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X453 AVJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X453 AVJ was last recorded at 143,728 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 7,394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,334 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,394 miles
Average per year
4,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,728 miles
  • 2024 – 136,334 miles
  • 2023 – 129,151 miles
  • 2022 – 126,257 miles
  • 2021 – 124,172 miles
  • 2020 – 123,137 miles
  • 2019 – 122,762 miles
  • 2018 – 122,159 miles
  • 2017 – 120,925 miles
  • 2016 – 120,055 miles
  • 2015 – 119,294 miles
  • 2014 – 117,887 miles
  • 2013 – 112,818 miles
  • 2012 – 105,550 miles
  • 2011 – 98,740 miles
  • 2010 – 90,122 miles
  • 2009 – 84,224 miles
  • 2008 – 74,612 miles
  • 2007 – 66,599 miles
  • 2006 – 56,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,728 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,728 miles (+7,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    143,728 miles
    Test number
    224813021382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass136,334 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    136,334 miles
    Test number
    500429634625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail136,332 miles (+7,181)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,332 miles
    Test number
    584173971566
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low Unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Foggy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Foggy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass129,151 miles (+2,894)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    129,151 miles
    Test number
    493930479824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass126,257 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    126,257 miles
    Test number
    294328118374
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail126,254 miles (+2,082)3 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,254 miles
    Test number
    194089883312
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass124,172 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    124,172 miles
    Test number
    248026505301
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel cap seal perished but still sealing.

  8. Fail124,170 miles (+1,033)9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,170 miles
    Test number
    771196719873
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rose joint has excessive movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Off side rear upper rear. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel cap seal perished but still sealing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rose joint has slight movement, (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass123,137 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,137 miles
    Test number
    485589836822
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail123,137 miles (+375)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,137 miles
    Test number
    398460495873
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass122,762 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,762 miles
    Test number
    110085121667
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail122,751 miles (+592)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,751 miles
    Test number
    536679729107
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass122,159 miles (+1,234)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    122,159 miles
    Test number
    965944478161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill corroding (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill corroding (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  14. Pass120,925 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    120,925 miles
    Test number
    680804148078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Thrust arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rose joint. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Thrust arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rose joint. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak From engine.

  15. Fail120,925 miles (+870)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,925 miles
    Test number
    569562484353
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Thrust arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rose joint. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Thrust arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rose joint. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak From engine.

  16. Pass120,055 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    120,055 miles
    Test number
    611919452880
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rose joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rose joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail120,055 miles (+761)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,055 miles
    Test number
    568827265250
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rose joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rose joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass119,294 miles (+1,407)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    119,294 miles
    Test number
    497223339312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail117,887 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,887 miles
    Test number
    396249074428
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass117,887 miles (+5,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    117,887 miles
    Test number
    847449674218
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass112,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    112,818 miles
    Test number
    519710693250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail112,818 miles (+7,268)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,818 miles
    Test number
    356828583444
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass105,550 miles (+6,810)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    105,550 miles
    Test number
    106780992260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass98,740 miles (+163)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    98,740 miles
    Test number
    689624991228
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/S number plate lamp coming loose

  25. Fail98,577 miles (+8,455)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,577 miles
    Test number
    277551791275
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/S number plate lamp coming loose

  26. Pass90,122 miles (+5,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    90,122 miles
    Test number
    443195540245
    • 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)

  27. Pass84,224 miles (+9,612)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    84,224 miles
    Test number
    311660519390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass74,612 miles (+8,013)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    74,612 miles
    Test number
    161263388279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass66,599 miles (+10,315)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    66,599 miles
    Test number
    460017197256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass56,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    56,284 miles
    Test number
    194554016315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X453 AVJ

Does X453 AVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X453 AVJ is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X453 AVJ?
The MOT on X453 AVJ is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X453 AVJ done?
X453 AVJ was recorded at 143,728 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 4,593 miles a year.
Has X453 AVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X453 AVJ has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X453 AVJ 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 X453 AVJ find?
X453 AVJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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