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BMW 525

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y892 WGCMOT history

Y892 WGC is a silver petrol BMW 525 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 171,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2022.

Y892 WGC silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2023
Mileage
171,339 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y892 WGC
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
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y892 WGC was last recorded at 171,339 miles on 8 Aug 2022, 476 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,863 miles · 16 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
476 miles
Average per year
6,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 171,339 miles
  • 2021 – 170,863 miles
  • 2020 – 169,779 miles
  • 2019 – 167,780 miles
  • 2018 – 164,777 miles
  • 2017 – 162,810 miles
  • 2016 – 158,201 miles
  • 2015 – 158,198 miles
  • 2014 – 148,823 miles
  • 2013 – 138,080 miles
  • 2012 – 132,981 miles
  • 2011 – 122,736 miles
  • 2010 – 114,746 miles
  • 2009 – 103,739 miles
  • 2008 – 92,986 miles
  • 2007 – 79,987 miles
  • 2006 – 70,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,339 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,339 miles (+476)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    171,339 miles
    Test number
    416275467606
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass170,863 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    170,863 miles
    Test number
    274989290822
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail170,863 miles (+1,084)6 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,863 miles
    Test number
    809812726852
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass169,779 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    169,779 miles
    Test number
    552426294069
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension light on dash

  5. Fail169,779 miles (+1,999)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,779 miles
    Test number
    361902035430
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension light on dash

  6. Pass167,780 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    167,780 miles
    Test number
    359956333268
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance . os lower
    • AdvisorySuspension light on

  7. Fail167,780 miles (+3,003)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,780 miles
    Test number
    716235325044
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance . os lower
    • AdvisorySuspension light on

  8. Pass164,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    164,777 miles
    Test number
    906184743785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail164,777 miles (+1,967)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,777 miles
    Test number
    922770923696
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass162,810 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    162,810 miles
    Test number
    312771573039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail162,768 miles (+4,567)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,768 miles
    Test number
    941686626103
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brakes at 28% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn smooth on inner edges
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and underbody covers fitted

  12. Pass158,201 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    158,201 miles
    Test number
    195850473776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail158,198 miles (+9,375)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,198 miles
    Test number
    686015953911
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits major air leak (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass148,823 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    148,823 miles
    Test number
    169289154272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail148,823 miles (+10,743)5 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,823 miles
    Test number
    877358354244
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass138,080 miles (+5,099)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    138,080 miles
    Test number
    528159993087
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteSlight play nearside steering system

  17. Pass132,981 miles (+10,245)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    132,981 miles
    Test number
    856131512101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  18. Pass122,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    122,736 miles
    Test number
    338273271028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail122,736 miles (+7,990)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,736 miles
    Test number
    406063171020
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass114,746 miles (+11,007)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    114,746 miles
    Test number
    844029130003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass103,739 miles (+10,753)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    103,739 miles
    Test number
    393656319081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass92,986 miles (+12,999)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    92,986 miles
    Test number
    350359428045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass79,987 miles (+9,047)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    79,987 miles
    Test number
    121210347441
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass70,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    70,940 miles
    Test number
    121614346002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y892 WGC

Does Y892 WGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y892 WGC expired on 7 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y892 WGC?
The MOT on Y892 WGC expired on 7 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y892 WGC done?
Y892 WGC was recorded at 171,339 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2022, an average of 6,091 miles a year.
Has Y892 WGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y892 WGC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on Y892 WGC 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 Y892 WGC find?
Y892 WGC passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2022 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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