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BMW 525

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y287 NCAMOT history

Y287 NCA is a black petrol BMW 525 first used on 3 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 159,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2026
Mileage
159,203 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,026 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y287 NCA
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
3 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y287 NCA was last recorded at 159,203 miles on 29 May 2025, 346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,857 miles · 18 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
346 miles
Average per year
4,026 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,203 miles
  • 2024 – 158,857 miles
  • 2023 – 153,545 miles
  • 2022 – 152,302 miles
  • 2020 – 148,026 miles
  • 2019 – 145,395 miles
  • 2018 – 143,685 miles
  • 2017 – 142,563 miles
  • 2014 – 141,004 miles
  • 2013 – 138,547 miles
  • 2012 – 131,908 miles
  • 2011 – 122,872 miles
  • 2010 – 113,418 miles
  • 2009 – 107,509 miles
  • 2008 – 101,212 miles
  • 2007 – 93,740 miles
  • 2006 – 87,364 miles
  • 2005 – 80,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,203 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,203 miles (+346)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    159,203 miles
    Test number
    815555477915
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass158,857 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    158,857 miles
    Test number
    567895000840
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml

  3. Fail158,857 miles (+5,312)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,857 miles
    Test number
    263546851606
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle both (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml

  4. Pass153,545 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    153,545 miles
    Test number
    937443354145
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  5. Fail153,529 miles (+1,227)6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,529 miles
    Test number
    503560984213
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Around fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill/jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Around fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill/jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass152,302 miles (+4,276)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    152,302 miles
    Test number
    594879146962
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass148,026 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    148,026 miles
    Test number
    375180144306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail148,025 miles (+61)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,025 miles
    Test number
    360847319632
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail147,964 miles (+2,569)3 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,964 miles
    Test number
    946365179996
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment rear (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment rear (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass145,395 miles (+42)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    145,395 miles
    Test number
    448564035786
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail145,353 miles (+7)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,353 miles
    Test number
    952105392983
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail145,346 miles (+1,661)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,346 miles
    Test number
    495527400385
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass143,685 miles (+1,122)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    143,685 miles
    Test number
    788718955192
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass142,563 miles (+1,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    142,563 miles
    Test number
    776203178906
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass141,004 miles (+2,457)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    141,004 miles
    Test number
    935397474238
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass138,547 miles (+6,639)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    138,547 miles
    Test number
    717851343269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass131,908 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    131,908 miles
    Test number
    349047402399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer and inner tread slight wear
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner and outer tread slight wear

  18. Fail131,908 miles (+9,036)2 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,908 miles
    Test number
    819317102383
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer and inner tread slight wear
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner and outer tread slight wear

  19. Pass122,872 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    122,872 miles
    Test number
    465736001475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail122,872 miles (+9,454)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,872 miles
    Test number
    447346501426
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass113,418 miles (+5,909)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    113,418 miles
    Test number
    390522000344
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass107,509 miles (+6,297)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    107,509 miles
    Test number
    644816009358
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass101,212 miles (+7,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    101,212 miles
    Test number
    831172918372
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass93,740 miles (+6,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    93,740 miles
    Test number
    151516007376
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass87,364 miles (+6,853)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    87,364 miles
    Test number
    454094116305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass80,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    80,511 miles
    Test number
    471565615309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y287 NCA

Does Y287 NCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y287 NCA expired on 28 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y287 NCA?
The MOT on Y287 NCA expired on 28 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y287 NCA done?
Y287 NCA was recorded at 159,203 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2025, an average of 4,026 miles a year.
Has Y287 NCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y287 NCA has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y287 NCA 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 Y287 NCA find?
Y287 NCA passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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