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BMW 525

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y303 SSOMOT history

Y303 SSO is a blue petrol BMW 525 first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2016 and it has passed 9 of 17 MOT tests, with 174,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2022.

Y303 SSO blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2016
Mileage
174,785 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2022
MOT tests
17
9 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y303 SSO
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
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2016
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y303 SSO was last recorded at 174,785 miles on 9 Apr 2022, 6,371 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,414 miles · 16 Feb 2015
Between the last two tests
6,371 miles
Average per year
7,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 174,785 miles
  • 2015 – 168,414 miles
  • 2014 – 152,818 miles
  • 2013 – 136,972 miles
  • 2011 – 134,562 miles
  • 2010 – 122,656 miles
  • 2009 – 100,783 miles
  • 2008 – 72,714 miles
  • 2006 – 64,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail174,785 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (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 Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor area marked in yellow chalk. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer body sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor area marked in yellow chalk. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer body sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is on 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

What MOT failures 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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail174,785 miles (+6,371)2 dangerous14 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,785 miles
    Test number
    764473604896
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (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 Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor area marked in yellow chalk. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer body sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor area marked in yellow chalk. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer body sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is on 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Pass168,414 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    168,414 miles
    Test number
    255817245043
    • NoteO/s inner & outer brake pipes front to rear slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight oil leak at engine area

  3. Fail168,414 miles (+15,596)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,414 miles
    Test number
    298093745076
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s inner & outer brake pipes front to rear slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight oil leak at engine area

  4. Pass152,818 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    152,818 miles
    Test number
    187936434476
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  5. Fail152,818 miles (+15,846)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,818 miles
    Test number
    546907024087
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHeat sheild inscure

  6. Pass136,972 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    136,972 miles
    Test number
    407545223013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail136,969 miles (+2,407)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,969 miles
    Test number
    326152723034
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  8. Pass134,562 miles (+314)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    134,562 miles
    Test number
    235710451363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail134,248 miles (+11,592)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,248 miles
    Test number
    896573961233
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass122,656 miles (+21,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    122,656 miles
    Test number
    473264280268
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass100,783 miles (+28,069)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    100,783 miles
    Test number
    363844329479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    72,714 miles
    Test number
    282853828062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,714 miles (+7,918)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,714 miles
    Test number
    772072428036
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass64,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    64,796 miles
    Test number
    144349646364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,796 miles (+5,006)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,796 miles
    Test number
    924189946389
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low

  16. Pass59,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    59,790 miles
    Test number
    861981216077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,783 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,783 miles
    Test number
    110191316487
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about Y303 SSO

Does Y303 SSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y303 SSO expired on 15 Feb 2016, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y303 SSO?
The MOT on Y303 SSO expired on 15 Feb 2016. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y303 SSO done?
Y303 SSO was recorded at 174,785 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2022, an average of 7,081 miles a year.
Has Y303 SSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y303 SSO has failed 8 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on Y303 SSO 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 Y303 SSO find?
Y303 SSO failed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 14 major defects and 7 advisories: offside front brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 20 more.

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