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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,497 cc

X794 MOEMOT history

X794 MOE is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 2 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 148,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

X794 MOE blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
148,466 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X794 MOE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X794 MOE was last recorded at 148,466 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 3,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,901 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,565 miles
Average per year
4,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,466 miles
  • 2025 – 144,901 miles
  • 2024 – 139,038 miles
  • 2023 – 135,087 miles
  • 2022 – 129,088 miles
  • 2021 – 123,949 miles
  • 2020 – 119,314 miles
  • 2019 – 117,273 miles
  • 2018 – 115,098 miles
  • 2017 – 112,298 miles
  • 2016 – 105,109 miles
  • 2015 – 100,461 miles
  • 2014 – 96,707 miles
  • 2013 – 92,158 miles
  • 2012 – 87,711 miles
  • 2011 – 82,098 miles
  • 2010 – 76,938 miles
  • 2009 – 71,844 miles
  • 2008 – 66,408 miles
  • 2007 – 59,717 miles
  • 2006 – 52,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,466 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,466 miles (+3,565)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    148,466 miles
    Test number
    439122963902
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,901 miles (+5,863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    144,901 miles
    Test number
    654814407401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass139,038 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    139,038 miles
    Test number
    395512580022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail139,035 miles (+3,948)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,035 miles
    Test number
    594087255306
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,087 miles (+5,999)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    135,087 miles
    Test number
    908780990516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass129,088 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    129,088 miles
    Test number
    116527761530
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))

  7. Fail129,082 miles (+5,133)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,082 miles
    Test number
    975825282990
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sun visor broken (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))

  8. Pass123,949 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    123,949 miles
    Test number
    175203649971
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Fail123,946 miles (+3)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,946 miles
    Test number
    529334368254
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting and outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting and outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Fail123,943 miles (+127)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,943 miles
    Test number
    292430968443
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail123,816 miles (+4,502)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,816 miles
    Test number
    401679378856
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NSR sill corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OSR sill corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass119,314 miles (+2,041)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    119,314 miles
    Test number
    805617328248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass117,273 miles (+2,175)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,273 miles
    Test number
    298540974875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass115,098 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    115,098 miles
    Test number
    554590232131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail115,071 miles (+2,773)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,071 miles
    Test number
    508593639769
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (most front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (most front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (front to rear) corroded around fuel tank area (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Pass112,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    112,298 miles
    Test number
    638630051301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail112,298 miles (+2,686)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,298 miles
    Test number
    359805273464
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass109,612 miles (+4,503)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    876899261497
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass105,109 miles (+4,648)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    105,109 miles
    Test number
    658099121368
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass100,461 miles (+3,754)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    100,461 miles
    Test number
    235499605054
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass96,707 miles (+4,549)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    96,707 miles
    Test number
    939669324085
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass92,158 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    92,158 miles
    Test number
    779290313036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail92,158 miles (+4,447)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,158 miles
    Test number
    477869103054
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass87,711 miles (+5,613)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    87,711 miles
    Test number
    767025322020
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass82,098 miles (+5,160)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    82,098 miles
    Test number
    685186321080
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass76,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    76,938 miles
    Test number
    761149820037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail76,938 miles (+5,094)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,938 miles
    Test number
    683857620089
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass71,844 miles (+5,436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    71,844 miles
    Test number
    494726429045
    • 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)

  29. Pass66,408 miles (+6,691)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    66,408 miles
    Test number
    144880338496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass59,717 miles (+7,096)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    59,717 miles
    Test number
    232051237027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass52,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    52,621 miles
    Test number
    923372036072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X794 MOE

Does X794 MOE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X794 MOE is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X794 MOE?
The MOT on X794 MOE is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X794 MOE done?
X794 MOE was recorded at 148,466 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 4,668 miles a year.
Has X794 MOE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X794 MOE has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on X794 MOE 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 X794 MOE find?
X794 MOE passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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