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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,497 cc

X463 CDAMOT history

X463 CDA is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022 and it has passed 4 of 10 MOT tests, with 175,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2022.

X463 CDA blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2022
Mileage
175,777 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2022
MOT tests
10
4 passed · 6 failed
Per year
14,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X463 CDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

X463 CDA was last recorded at 175,777 miles on 27 Oct 2022, 7,869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,908 miles · 19 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
7,869 miles
Average per year
14,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 175,777 miles
  • 2021 – 167,908 miles
  • 2020 – 156,088 miles
  • 2019 – 136,134 miles
  • 2018 – 118,819 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail175,777 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Central Rear differential leak on side shaft seals

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded chalked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm chalked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 6 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail175,777 miles (+7,869)5 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,777 miles
    Test number
    192372808273
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass167,908 miles (+17)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    167,908 miles
    Test number
    475471003564
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear differential leak on side shaft seals
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded chalked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
  3. Fail167,891 miles (+453)1 dangerous6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,891 miles
    Test number
    841676338107
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear differential leak on side shaft seals
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded chalked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
  4. Fail167,438 miles (+11,350)9 dangerous7 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,438 miles
    Test number
    569139475092
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass156,088 miles (+819)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    156,088 miles
    Test number
    388933306151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear brake hoses are slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight movement inside the nearside front steering rack system joint
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine covers are fitted to vehicle preventing the inspection of some components
  6. Fail155,269 miles (+19,135)1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,269 miles
    Test number
    518393999712
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp is illuminated on the dash
    • AdvisorySlight movement inside the nearside front steering rack system joints
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine covers are fitted to vehicle
  7. Pass136,134 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    136,134 miles
    Test number
    985515239920
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged both sides (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  8. Fail136,134 miles (+17,315)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,134 miles
    Test number
    991895276826
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides 205/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged both sides (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  9. Pass118,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,819 miles
    Test number
    259230610521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail118,819 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,819 miles
    Test number
    862524607978
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Questions about X463 CDA

Does X463 CDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X463 CDA expired on 18 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X463 CDA?
The MOT on X463 CDA expired on 18 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X463 CDA done?
X463 CDA was recorded at 175,777 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2022, an average of 14,038 miles a year.
Has X463 CDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X463 CDA has failed 6 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on X463 CDA 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 X463 CDA find?
X463 CDA failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2022 with 5 major defects, 2 defects repaired at the test and 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost; nearside rear parking brake inoperative on one side; offside rear direction indicator incorrect colour, and 9 more.

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