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BMW 525

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y253 SFPMOT history

Y253 SFP is a blue petrol BMW 525 first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 141,059 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

Y253 SFP blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
141,059 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,137 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 SFP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y253 SFP was last recorded at 141,059 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 428 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,631 miles · 25 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
428 miles
Average per year
4,137 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,059 miles
  • 2024 – 140,631 miles
  • 2023 – 136,562 miles
  • 2022 – 133,961 miles
  • 2021 – 132,221 miles
  • 2020 – 131,114 miles
  • 2019 – 129,350 miles
  • 2018 – 124,077 miles
  • 2017 – 118,422 miles
  • 2016 – 115,626 miles
  • 2015 – 112,643 miles
  • 2014 – 110,576 miles
  • 2013 – 108,169 miles
  • 2012 – 105,979 miles
  • 2011 – 103,509 miles
  • 2010 – 94,233 miles
  • 2009 – 84,401 miles
  • 2008 – 75,777 miles
  • 2007 – 67,523 miles
  • 2006 – 58,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,059 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all 4 (5.3.2 (d))

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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive Bottom of engine/subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,059 miles (+428)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    141,059 miles
    Test number
    462069786529
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all 4 (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass140,631 miles (+4,069)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    140,631 miles
    Test number
    678493797941
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,562 miles (+2,601)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    136,562 miles
    Test number
    736434519378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass133,961 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    133,961 miles
    Test number
    348971823869
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail133,935 miles (+1,714)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,935 miles
    Test number
    680934214502
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass132,221 miles (+1,107)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    132,221 miles
    Test number
    232801360128
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,114 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    131,114 miles
    Test number
    780278984658
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Bottom of engine/subframe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail131,102 miles (+1,752)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,102 miles
    Test number
    256333172853
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded By jacking point (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Jacking point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Bottom of engine/subframe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass129,350 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    129,350 miles
    Test number
    719774931413
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by jacking point (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r jacking point area corroded (cannot see seat belt mounting point)

  10. Fail129,350 miles (+78)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,350 miles
    Test number
    598148979347
    • Repaired at testOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by jacking point (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r jacking point area corroded (cannot see seat belt mounting point)

  11. Fail129,272 miles (+5,195)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,272 miles
    Test number
    813297742887
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure inside headlight (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component insecure cooler pipe across front cross member (2.1.5 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by jacking point (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass124,077 miles (+5,655)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    124,077 miles
    Test number
    779989273722
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass118,422 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    118,422 miles
    Test number
    990283436477
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail118,422 miles (+2,796)6 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,422 miles
    Test number
    446595326220
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (bent arm) (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (bent arm) (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (bent arm) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass115,626 miles (+2,983)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    115,626 miles
    Test number
    498934097528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass112,643 miles (+2,067)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    112,643 miles
    Test number
    767752995050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass110,576 miles (+2,407)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    110,576 miles
    Test number
    776416104130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass108,169 miles (+2,190)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    108,169 miles
    Test number
    958921303165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass105,979 miles (+2,470)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    105,979 miles
    Test number
    437133402100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass103,509 miles (+9,276)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    103,509 miles
    Test number
    276777641485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,233 miles (+9,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    94,233 miles
    Test number
    283494200198
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass84,401 miles (+8,624)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    84,401 miles
    Test number
    283674009405
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn inside edge

  23. Pass75,777 miles (+8,254)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    75,777 miles
    Test number
    232180638474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,523 miles (+8,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    67,523 miles
    Test number
    452292337199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass58,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    58,563 miles
    Test number
    970118726197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y253 SFP

Does Y253 SFP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y253 SFP is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y253 SFP?
The MOT on Y253 SFP is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y253 SFP done?
Y253 SFP was recorded at 141,059 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 4,137 miles a year.
Has Y253 SFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 SFP has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on Y253 SFP 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 Y253 SFP find?
Y253 SFP passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; nearside outer seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 5 more.

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