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BMW 525

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y885 MURMOT history

Y885 MUR is a blue petrol BMW 525 first used on 30 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 77,637 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

Y885 MUR blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
77,637 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y885 MUR
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
30 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y885 MUR was last recorded at 77,637 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,636 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,637 miles
  • 2025 – 74,453 miles
  • 2024 – 71,855 miles
  • 2023 – 70,410 miles
  • 2022 – 68,545 miles
  • 2021 – 67,769 miles
  • 2020 – 67,757 miles
  • 2019 – 66,429 miles
  • 2018 – 63,984 miles
  • 2017 – 61,541 miles
  • 2016 – 58,427 miles
  • 2015 – 57,326 miles
  • 2014 – 56,216 miles
  • 2013 – 55,255 miles
  • 2012 – 53,641 miles
  • 2011 – 49,841 miles
  • 2010 – 47,951 miles
  • 2009 – 46,459 miles
  • 2008 – 44,856 miles
  • 2007 – 43,491 miles
  • 2006 – 40,484 miles
  • 2005 – 37,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,637 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear offside (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Requires polishing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Requires polishing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,637 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    77,637 miles
    Test number
    221600098497
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,636 miles (+3,183)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,636 miles
    Test number
    460713820719
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass74,453 miles (+144)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    74,453 miles
    Test number
    217240307743
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Requires polishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Requires polishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flange nuts corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Park brake effort slightly low due to new discs and Park brake shoes fitted requires bedding period and readjusted

  4. Fail74,309 miles (+2,454)8 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,309 miles
    Test number
    599581926725
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Pipe keeps coming off (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Possibly more severe than is visible, sill covers fitted see photos (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength See photos (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Requires polishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Requires polishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak not sure where coming from
    • AdvisoryGearbox yellow warning light lit
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass71,855 miles (+1,445)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    71,855 miles
    Test number
    103621177668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,410 miles (+1,865)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    70,410 miles
    Test number
    639391363542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,545 miles (+776)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    68,545 miles
    Test number
    124888908741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,769 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    67,769 miles
    Test number
    733567261901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,757 miles (+1,328)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    67,757 miles
    Test number
    770745581453
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass66,429 miles (+2,445)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,429 miles
    Test number
    208405518160
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass63,984 miles (+2,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,984 miles
    Test number
    684228580823
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass61,541 miles (+3,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,541 miles
    Test number
    748846525812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  13. Pass58,427 miles (+1,101)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    58,427 miles
    Test number
    259312433435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,326 miles (+1,110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,326 miles
    Test number
    576109432975
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both fronts (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass56,216 miles (+961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,216 miles
    Test number
    105263564295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass55,255 miles (+1,614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,255 miles
    Test number
    246948173271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass53,641 miles (+106)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    53,641 miles
    Test number
    527403782240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,535 miles (+3,694)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,535 miles
    Test number
    949840882237
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass49,841 miles (+1,890)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,841 miles
    Test number
    348715681241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,951 miles (+1,492)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    47,951 miles
    Test number
    782354670260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,459 miles (+1,603)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,459 miles
    Test number
    423780409418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,856 miles (+1,365)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    44,856 miles
    Test number
    164480988242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,491 miles (+3,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    43,491 miles
    Test number
    642624207355
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass40,484 miles (+3,459)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,484 miles
    Test number
    210116766271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    37,025 miles
    Test number
    394873765237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail37,025 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,025 miles
    Test number
    162413665239
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteO/s front & rear tyre on wear limits

Questions about Y885 MUR

Does Y885 MUR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y885 MUR is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y885 MUR?
The MOT on Y885 MUR is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y885 MUR done?
Y885 MUR was recorded at 77,637 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 1,936 miles a year.
Has Y885 MUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y885 MUR has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y885 MUR 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 Y885 MUR find?
Y885 MUR passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear offside; oil leak, but not excessive.

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