LJ55VFO - BMW 525
MOT: Not validGB
·Last updated 8 days ago
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 24 MOT tests
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
24
Passed Tests
19
Failed Tests
5
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 27 January 2026
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 217,667 mi
Expires: 26 January 2027
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Engine cover and under trays fitted
Failed - 27 January 2026
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 217,667 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Engine cover and under trays fitted
Passed - 24 October 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 207,399 mi
Expires: 11 November 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 11 November 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 198,699 mi
Expires: 11 November 2024
Minor Defects:
- Minor Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both worn (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- Minor Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Passed - 08 November 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 191,046 mi
Expires: 11 November 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 12 November 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 184,713 mi
Expires: 11 November 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 15 October 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 176,744 mi
Expires: 18 October 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed - 01 October 2020 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 176,449 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (3.5 (a))
- Major Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- Major Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- Major Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 17 October 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 164,491 mi
Expires: 18 October 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive under cover fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 11 October 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 152,414 mi
Expires: 18 October 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed - 11 October 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 152,414 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 16 October 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 133,169 mi
Expires: 18 October 2018
Passed - 07 October 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 121,397 mi
Expires: 18 October 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Passed - 19 October 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 110,284 mi
Expires: 18 October 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Passed - 18 October 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 94,193 mi
Expires: 17 October 2015
Passed - 18 October 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,716 mi
Expires: 17 October 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 18 October 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,716 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 04 October 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,844 mi
Expires: 03 October 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Failed - 26 September 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 62,685 mi
Passed - 26 September 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 62,685 mi
Expires: 25 September 2012
Passed - 23 March 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 60,479 mi
Expires: 22 March 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 19 February 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 48,382 mi
Expires: 18 February 2011
Passed - 05 February 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 29,788 mi
Expires: 06 February 2010
Passed - 07 February 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 15,017 mi
Expires: 06 February 2009
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for LJ55VFO?
The MOT expires on 26 January 2027.
What is the tax status of LJ55VFO?
The tax status is Untaxed and is due on 01 November 2025.
What are the specifications of LJ55VFO?
This is a 2005 BMW 525 in Black. It runs on Diesel with a 2497cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of LJ55VFO?
This vehicle produces 208 g/km of CO2 emissions.