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BMW 525

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y221 NPPMOT history

Y221 NPP is a silver petrol BMW 525 first used on 23 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2024 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 117,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2024
Mileage
117,706 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2023
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y221 NPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y221 NPP was last recorded at 117,706 miles on 13 Feb 2023, 4,698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
113,008 miles · 17 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
4,698 miles
Average per year
4,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 117,706 miles
  • 2022 – 113,008 miles
  • 2018 – 112,959 miles
  • 2017 – 112,868 miles
  • 2016 – 110,315 miles
  • 2015 – 108,523 miles
  • 2014 – 106,045 miles
  • 2013 – 102,183 miles
  • 2012 – 97,327 miles
  • 2011 – 91,598 miles
  • 2010 – 83,914 miles
  • 2009 – 74,475 miles
  • 2008 – 64,263 miles
  • 2007 – 53,423 miles
  • 2006 – 40,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,706 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,706 miles (+4,698)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    117,706 miles
    Test number
    539028097584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,008 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    113,008 miles
    Test number
    900816526067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear under sealed. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Fail113,008 miles (+49)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,008 miles
    Test number
    118405316128
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear under sealed. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass112,959 miles (+91)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    112,959 miles
    Test number
    652259790159
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear suspension arm bush

  5. Pass112,868 miles (+2,553)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    112,868 miles
    Test number
    196944631393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on the inner edge

  6. Pass110,315 miles (+1,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    110,315 miles
    Test number
    221859079005
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear lower suspension arm outer bush

  7. Pass108,523 miles (+2,478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    108,523 miles
    Test number
    542849753670
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass106,045 miles (+3,862)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    106,045 miles
    Test number
    277213174295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,183 miles (+4,856)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    102,183 miles
    Test number
    389660883405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,327 miles (+5,729)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    97,327 miles
    Test number
    177406872231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass91,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    91,598 miles
    Test number
    935634371225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,598 miles (+7,684)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,598 miles
    Test number
    976424771258
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  13. Pass83,914 miles (+9,439)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    83,914 miles
    Test number
    283241580269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,475 miles (+10,212)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    74,475 miles
    Test number
    294026179266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,263 miles (+10,840)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    64,263 miles
    Test number
    912758978277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,423 miles (+12,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    53,423 miles
    Test number
    871432287235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass40,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,872 miles
    Test number
    643190846144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y221 NPP

Does Y221 NPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y221 NPP expired on 16 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y221 NPP?
The MOT on Y221 NPP expired on 16 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y221 NPP done?
Y221 NPP was recorded at 117,706 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2023, an average of 4,591 miles a year.
Has Y221 NPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y221 NPP has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y221 NPP 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 Y221 NPP find?
Y221 NPP passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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