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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,497 cc

Y298 NBLMOT history

Y298 NBL is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 15 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 120,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

Y298 NBL silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
120,902 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 NBL was last recorded at 120,902 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,782 miles · 19 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
120 miles
Average per year
4,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,902 miles
  • 2025 – 116,285 miles
  • 2024 – 111,989 miles
  • 2023 – 103,729 miles
  • 2022 – 95,399 miles
  • 2021 – 93,634 miles
  • 2020 – 93,606 miles
  • 2018 – 91,478 miles
  • 2017 – 83,903 miles
  • 2016 – 74,371 miles
  • 2013 – 69,754 miles
  • 2011 – 62,729 miles
  • 2010 – 58,083 miles
  • 2009 – 54,288 miles
  • 2007 – 47,306 miles
  • 2006 – 39,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,902 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material os and ns front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,902 miles (+120)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    120,902 miles
    Test number
    567929474940
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail120,782 miles (+4,497)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,782 miles
    Test number
    394081202942
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill inner and outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,285 miles (+4,296)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    116,285 miles
    Test number
    218701642445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear on off side (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass111,989 miles (+8,260)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    111,989 miles
    Test number
    194990030904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,729 miles (+8,330)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    103,729 miles
    Test number
    421842801310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,399 miles (+1,765)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    95,399 miles
    Test number
    795942475048
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass93,634 miles (+28)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,634 miles
    Test number
    426289458387
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail93,606 miles (+2,128)10 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,606 miles
    Test number
    407112959448
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour os and ns rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlight loose internally (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low headlight loose internally (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material os and ns front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipes , advise replacement (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement os and ns front lower front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged ns front tyre treads slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing os and ns rear perished and cracking badly advise replacement of ns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged os front and os and ns rear starting to perish and crack (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryBattery defective
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses deteriorated

  9. Pass91,478 miles (+48)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,478 miles
    Test number
    223261274216
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail91,430 miles (+7,527)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,430 miles
    Test number
    229130671896
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material os and ns front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOs rear bulb out warning light lit on dash all lights appear to be working

  11. Pass83,903 miles (+396)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    83,903 miles
    Test number
    613171202272
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipes (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail83,507 miles (+9,136)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,507 miles
    Test number
    712212962437
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort and offside (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipes (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass74,371 miles (+4,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    74,371 miles
    Test number
    262976902168
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all steel pipes (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass69,754 miles (+7,025)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,754 miles
    Test number
    506789013274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,729 miles (+4,646)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,729 miles
    Test number
    377264411447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front and nearside rear tyres worn on inner edge of tread

  16. Fail58,083 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,083 miles
    Test number
    112287020061
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass58,083 miles (+3,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    58,083 miles
    Test number
    233147820091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass54,288 miles (+6,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    54,288 miles
    Test number
    311273219070
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass47,306 miles (+7,931)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    47,306 miles
    Test number
    621855857252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass39,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,375 miles
    Test number
    510578026172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,375 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,375 miles
    Test number
    224848726137
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y298 NBL

Does Y298 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y298 NBL is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y298 NBL?
The MOT on Y298 NBL is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y298 NBL done?
Y298 NBL was recorded at 120,902 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 4,010 miles a year.
Has Y298 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 NBL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y298 NBL 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 Y298 NBL find?
Y298 NBL passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear; fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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