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BMW 525

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

X57 GDLMOT history

X57 GDL is a blue petrol BMW 525 first used on 25 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 73,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
73,790 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X57 GDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X57 GDL was last recorded at 73,790 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Sept 2010: 55,131 miles, lower than 63,462 miles on 24 Sept 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
73,790 miles · 23 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,790 miles
  • 2025 – 72,891 miles
  • 2024 – 72,069 miles
  • 2023 – 71,265 miles
  • 2022 – 70,224 miles
  • 2021 – 69,209 miles
  • 2020 – 68,190 miles
  • 2019 – 67,121 miles
  • 2018 – 66,044 miles
  • 2017 – 65,070 miles
  • 2016 – 63,976 miles
  • 2015 – 62,726 miles
  • 2014 – 61,425 miles
  • 2013 – 59,627 miles
  • 2012 – 57,623 miles
  • 2011 – 56,034 miles
  • 2010 – 55,131 miles
  • 2009 – 63,462 miles
  • 2008 – 51,655 miles
  • 2007 – 50,478 miles
  • 2006 – 47,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,790 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,790 miles4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    73,790 miles
    Test number
    798569070823
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail73,790 miles (+899)1 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,790 miles
    Test number
    156606539647
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,891 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,891 miles
    Test number
    799267525318
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail72,891 miles (+822)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,891 miles
    Test number
    973025523158
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass72,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    72,069 miles
    Test number
    705528710795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,069 miles (+804)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,069 miles
    Test number
    982857638220
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass71,265 miles (+1,041)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    71,265 miles
    Test number
    293470557842
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass70,224 miles (+1,015)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    70,224 miles
    Test number
    878171574354
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass69,209 miles (+1,019)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    69,209 miles
    Test number
    911223669993
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,190 miles (+1,069)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,190 miles
    Test number
    588225483690
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass67,121 miles (+1,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,121 miles
    Test number
    960188227467
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass66,044 miles (+974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,044 miles
    Test number
    487373023353
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass65,070 miles (+1,094)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,070 miles
    Test number
    452268888081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,976 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    63,976 miles
    Test number
    789958182173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearings noisy but no play or roughness

  15. Fail63,976 miles (+1,250)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,976 miles
    Test number
    383174037466
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearings noisy but no play or roughness
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass62,726 miles (+1,301)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    62,726 miles
    Test number
    412795649959
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCant view front or rear pads properly

  17. Pass61,425 miles (+1,798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,425 miles
    Test number
    129115064229
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass59,627 miles (+2,004)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    59,627 miles
    Test number
    657788163210
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass57,623 miles (+1,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,623 miles
    Test number
    475808862295
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass56,034 miles (+903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,034 miles
    Test number
    356824661245
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass55,131 miles (-8,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    55,131 miles
    Test number
    801609850290
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass63,462 miles (+11,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    63,462 miles
    Test number
    980657169283
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass51,655 miles (+1,177)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    51,655 miles
    Test number
    820251068215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass50,478 miles (+3,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,478 miles
    Test number
    192505567242
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass47,014 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    47,014 miles
    Test number
    140803666253
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about X57 GDL

Does X57 GDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X57 GDL is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X57 GDL?
The MOT on X57 GDL 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 X57 GDL done?
X57 GDL was recorded at 73,790 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 1,338 miles a year.
Has X57 GDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X57 GDL has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X57 GDL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Sept 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X57 GDL find?
X57 GDL passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 4 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 8 more.

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