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BMW 525

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y235 YAPMOT history

Y235 YAP is a black petrol BMW 525 first used on 23 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 126,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2024
Mileage
126,949 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y235 YAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y235 YAP was last recorded at 126,949 miles on 24 Feb 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,949 miles · 16 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 126,949 miles
  • 2022 – 118,829 miles
  • 2021 – 115,257 miles
  • 2020 – 115,227 miles
  • 2019 – 110,006 miles
  • 2018 – 99,838 miles
  • 2017 – 96,078 miles
  • 2016 – 91,962 miles
  • 2015 – 87,177 miles
  • 2014 – 81,134 miles
  • 2013 – 75,912 miles
  • 2012 – 70,453 miles
  • 2011 – 65,733 miles
  • 2010 – 61,644 miles
  • 2009 – 54,892 miles
  • 2008 – 44,474 miles
  • 2007 – 36,552 miles
  • 2006 – 28,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,949 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major3 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Exhaust downpipe flanges in poor condition.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass126,949 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    126,949 miles
    Test number
    153332611434
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail126,949 miles1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,949 miles
    Test number
    457598106926
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail126,949 miles (+8,120)5 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,949 miles
    Test number
    464032822148
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working wing repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeats shield insecure, rear

  4. Pass118,829 miles (+3,572)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    118,829 miles
    Test number
    289012733227
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,257 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    115,257 miles
    Test number
    854254120908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail115,227 miles (+13)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,227 miles
    Test number
    311357816777
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail115,214 miles (+2)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,214 miles
    Test number
    215357818459
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached Broken at lower bush. (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust downpipe flanges in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Fail115,212 miles (+5,206)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,212 miles
    Test number
    322968027908
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached Broken at lower bush. (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust downpipe flanges in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass110,006 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,006 miles
    Test number
    494799858272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail110,005 miles (+10,167)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,005 miles
    Test number
    275115396621
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass99,838 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    99,838 miles
    Test number
    946392292969
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides front arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNSR & OSF tyres cracked & perished on sidewalls 225/55/16

  12. Fail99,838 miles (+3,760)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,838 miles
    Test number
    138678048902
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded 2x F-> R (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour 2x both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides front arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNSR & OSF tyres cracked & perished on sidewalls 225/55/16
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass96,078 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,078 miles
    Test number
    340948386878
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes covered in grease,preventing inspection of pipes

  14. Fail96,077 miles (+4,115)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,077 miles
    Test number
    577668263356
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes covered in grease,preventing inspection of pipes

  15. Pass91,962 miles (+4,785)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    91,962 miles
    Test number
    794183408075
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s and n/s mains (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s lower front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNail n/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s and n/s steering arms

  16. Pass87,177 miles (+6,043)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    87,177 miles
    Test number
    156111365003
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front to rear fuel pipes are slightly corrded

  17. Pass81,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    81,134 miles
    Test number
    998310574057
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail81,134 miles (+5,222)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,134 miles
    Test number
    258030174037
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass75,912 miles (+5,459)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    75,912 miles
    Test number
    987026063094
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass70,453 miles (+4,720)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,453 miles
    Test number
    659755662049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,733 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,733 miles
    Test number
    738287761096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail65,733 miles (+4,089)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,733 miles
    Test number
    676747861002
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass61,644 miles (+6,752)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    61,644 miles
    Test number
    172753080438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass54,892 miles (+10,418)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    54,892 miles
    Test number
    861354769069
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth wipers starting to smear

  25. Pass44,474 miles (+7,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    44,474 miles
    Test number
    160287478078
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass36,552 miles (+8,432)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,552 miles
    Test number
    463325487068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,120 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,120 miles
    Test number
    340129376061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y235 YAP

Does Y235 YAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y235 YAP expired on 23 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y235 YAP?
The MOT on Y235 YAP expired on 23 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y235 YAP done?
Y235 YAP was recorded at 126,949 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2023, an average of 5,836 miles a year.
Has Y235 YAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y235 YAP has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y235 YAP 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 Y235 YAP find?
Y235 YAP passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes; fuel pipe/s corroded, and 7 more.

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