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BMW 525

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

Y14 ARJMOT history

Y14 ARJ is a white diesel BMW 525 first used on 30 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 14 MOT tests, with 126,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
126,749 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
13 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y14 ARJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y14 ARJ was last recorded at 126,749 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,749 miles · 14 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,749 miles
  • 2025 – 122,438 miles
  • 2023 – 116,536 miles
  • 2022 – 111,638 miles
  • 2021 – 107,347 miles
  • 2020 – 104,360 miles
  • 2019 – 101,104 miles
  • 2018 – 95,076 miles
  • 2017 – 90,414 miles
  • 2016 – 86,201 miles
  • 2015 – 82,171 miles
  • 2014 – 76,922 miles
  • 2013 – 69,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,749 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUndertrays/engine coverRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 25 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,749 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    126,749 miles
    Test number
    459386958605
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/engine cover
  2. Fail126,749 miles (+4,311)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,749 miles
    Test number
    111293131336
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 250-100 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/engine cover
  3. Pass122,438 miles (+5,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    122,438 miles
    Test number
    763134289687
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (Rear arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass116,536 miles (+4,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    116,536 miles
    Test number
    696654464482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass111,638 miles (+4,291)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    111,638 miles
    Test number
    401894056409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,347 miles (+2,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,347 miles
    Test number
    911205627144
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass104,360 miles (+3,256)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,360 miles
    Test number
    861321102828
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass101,104 miles (+6,028)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,104 miles
    Test number
    689966538066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass95,076 miles (+4,662)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    95,076 miles
    Test number
    331032333957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass90,414 miles (+4,213)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    90,414 miles
    Test number
    274940296092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack end shaft (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit strong advisory - 225/55/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack end shaft (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit strong advisory - 225/55/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted limiting inspection of some underside components
  11. Pass86,201 miles (+4,030)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    86,201 miles
    Test number
    877414648063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,171 miles (+5,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,171 miles
    Test number
    812419145698
    • Advisory0.00 emissions
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass76,922 miles (+7,302)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    76,922 miles
    Test number
    929892764237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,620 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,620 miles
    Test number
    109338663269
    • 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)

Questions about Y14 ARJ

Does Y14 ARJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y14 ARJ is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y14 ARJ?
The MOT on Y14 ARJ is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y14 ARJ done?
Y14 ARJ was recorded at 126,749 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 4,580 miles a year.
Has Y14 ARJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y14 ARJ has failed 1 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y14 ARJ 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 Y14 ARJ find?
Y14 ARJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; undertrays/engine cover.

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