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BMW 525

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

X56 MGSMOT history

X56 MGS is a silver petrol BMW 525 first used on 1 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 116,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

X56 MGS silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
116,672 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X56 MGS
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
1 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X56 MGS was last recorded at 116,672 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,501 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
171 miles
Average per year
3,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,672 miles
  • 2025 – 116,501 miles
  • 2024 – 115,774 miles
  • 2023 – 115,519 miles
  • 2022 – 115,097 miles
  • 2021 – 114,588 miles
  • 2020 – 110,513 miles
  • 2019 – 109,262 miles
  • 2018 – 103,807 miles
  • 2017 – 99,615 miles
  • 2016 – 94,040 miles
  • 2015 – 89,898 miles
  • 2014 – 84,019 miles
  • 2013 – 79,176 miles
  • 2012 – 75,197 miles
  • 2011 – 72,002 miles
  • 2010 – 65,232 miles
  • 2009 – 58,548 miles
  • 2008 – 52,862 miles
  • 2007 – 47,767 miles
  • 2006 – 42,321 miles
  • 2005 – 36,319 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,672 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.

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,672 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    116,672 miles
    Test number
    548425837424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,501 miles (+727)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    116,501 miles
    Test number
    316787625201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass115,774 miles (+255)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,774 miles
    Test number
    103303095123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,519 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,519 miles
    Test number
    212304853387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail115,511 miles (+414)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,511 miles
    Test number
    387682236401
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass115,097 miles (+509)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,097 miles
    Test number
    733923253821
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  7. Pass114,588 miles (+4,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    114,588 miles
    Test number
    136082978143
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass110,513 miles (+1,251)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    110,513 miles
    Test number
    201455284795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,262 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,262 miles
    Test number
    411566980688
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear axle

  10. Fail109,262 miles (+5,455)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,262 miles
    Test number
    507482747794
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear axle

  11. Pass103,807 miles (+4,192)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    103,807 miles
    Test number
    978184841576
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass99,615 miles (+5,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    99,615 miles
    Test number
    583594578970
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Diff leaking

  13. Pass94,040 miles (+4,142)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    94,040 miles
    Test number
    319701111707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,898 miles (+5,879)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    89,898 miles
    Test number
    326449484714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,019 miles (+4,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    84,019 miles
    Test number
    557410734398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass79,176 miles (+3,979)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    79,176 miles
    Test number
    857483923319
    • NoteNail in o/s/f tyre on shoulder
    • NoteWipers juddery when screen is cold

  17. Pass75,197 miles (+3,195)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    75,197 miles
    Test number
    669383932315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,002 miles (+6,770)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    72,002 miles
    Test number
    106337521374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,232 miles (+6,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    65,232 miles
    Test number
    450316100330
    • 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)

  20. Pass58,548 miles (+5,686)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    58,548 miles
    Test number
    442296909412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,862 miles (+5,095)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    52,862 miles
    Test number
    404566628405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass47,767 miles (+5,446)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    47,767 miles
    Test number
    714921827377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,321 miles (+6,002)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    42,321 miles
    Test number
    292272816306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,319 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    36,319 miles
    Test number
    554772315377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail36,205 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,205 miles
    Test number
    383709005331
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X56 MGS

Does X56 MGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X56 MGS is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X56 MGS?
The MOT on X56 MGS is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X56 MGS done?
X56 MGS was recorded at 116,672 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 3,861 miles a year.
Has X56 MGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X56 MGS has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on X56 MGS 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 X56 MGS find?
X56 MGS passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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