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BMW 525

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y889 LHDMOT history

Y889 LHD is a silver petrol BMW 525 first used on 3 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 174,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

Y889 LHD silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
174,916 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y889 LHD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y889 LHD was last recorded at 174,916 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,881 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
5,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,916 miles
  • 2025 – 172,833 miles
  • 2024 – 171,180 miles
  • 2023 – 169,809 miles
  • 2022 – 167,662 miles
  • 2021 – 165,342 miles
  • 2020 – 163,187 miles
  • 2019 – 159,574 miles
  • 2018 – 156,138 miles
  • 2017 – 152,092 miles
  • 2016 – 144,057 miles
  • 2015 – 133,671 miles
  • 2014 – 125,535 miles
  • 2013 – 118,377 miles
  • 2012 – 109,555 miles
  • 2011 – 102,396 miles
  • 2010 – 94,506 miles
  • 2009 – 85,510 miles
  • 2008 – 76,830 miles
  • 2007 – 64,820 miles
  • 2006 – 56,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,916 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track arm - rear of 2

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,916 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    174,916 miles
    Test number
    209345788064
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail174,881 miles (+2,048)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,881 miles
    Test number
    202088983633
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass172,833 miles (+1,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    172,833 miles
    Test number
    737906369886
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  4. Pass171,180 miles (+1,371)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    171,180 miles
    Test number
    979974272549
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded under floor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished / multiple splits / 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (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 perished / multiple splits / 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass169,809 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    169,809 miles
    Test number
    264025440247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail169,809 miles (+2,147)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,809 miles
    Test number
    452332218789
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear 1 of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass167,662 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    167,662 miles
    Test number
    795959115120
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track arm - rear of two (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail167,662 miles (+2,320)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,662 miles
    Test number
    147376999081
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track arm - rear of two (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass165,342 miles (+2,155)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    165,342 miles
    Test number
    150572277828
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track arm - rear of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass163,187 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    163,187 miles
    Test number
    189718800754
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track arm - rear of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail163,187 miles (+3,613)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,187 miles
    Test number
    266144606618
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track arm - rear of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass159,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    159,574 miles
    Test number
    189272051832
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track arm - rear of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail159,574 miles (+3,436)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,574 miles
    Test number
    219503658265
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside reversing light out
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track arm - rear of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass156,138 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    156,138 miles
    Test number
    443217832370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit <2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak significant
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount missing
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake effort sl. low

  15. Fail156,138 miles (+4,046)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,138 miles
    Test number
    496153599454
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit <2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak significant
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount missing
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake effort sl. low

  16. Pass152,092 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    152,092 miles
    Test number
    753561641343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail152,057 miles (+8,000)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,057 miles
    Test number
    155005635442
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass144,057 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    144,057 miles
    Test number
    636582516064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  19. Fail144,032 miles (+10,361)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,032 miles
    Test number
    314779612040
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  20. Pass133,671 miles (+8,136)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    133,671 miles
    Test number
    995240975071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in offside front steering rack end joint

  21. Pass125,535 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    125,535 miles
    Test number
    108113164094
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail125,535 miles (+7,158)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,535 miles
    Test number
    438083064020
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass118,377 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    118,377 miles
    Test number
    427269273042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front thrust arm bushes slightly weak
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack knuckle

  24. Fail118,377 miles (+8,822)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,377 miles
    Test number
    146069373007
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front thrust arm bushes slightly weak
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack knuckle

  25. Fail109,555 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,555 miles
    Test number
    179582872476
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAirbag warning lamp illuminated.

  26. Pass109,555 miles (+7,159)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    109,555 miles
    Test number
    286402472005
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAirbag warning lamp illuminated.

  27. Pass102,396 miles (+139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    102,396 miles
    Test number
    447542781013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail102,257 miles (+7,751)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,257 miles
    Test number
    356106571002
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass94,506 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    94,506 miles
    Test number
    540238080002
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  30. Fail94,506 miles (+8,996)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,506 miles
    Test number
    952614680089
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  31. Pass85,510 miles (+8,680)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    85,510 miles
    Test number
    432075179086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass76,830 miles (+12,010)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    76,830 miles
    Test number
    503011388034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass64,820 miles (+7,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,820 miles
    Test number
    723307357041
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  34. Pass56,938 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    56,938 miles
    Test number
    150645876428
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y889 LHD

Does Y889 LHD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y889 LHD is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y889 LHD?
The MOT on Y889 LHD is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y889 LHD done?
Y889 LHD was recorded at 174,916 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 5,892 miles a year.
Has Y889 LHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y889 LHD has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y889 LHD 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 Y889 LHD find?
Y889 LHD passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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