The road tax status for W55 LAD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for W55 LAD?

The MOT for W55 LAD is valid and due for renewal on or before 4 December 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of W55 LAD?

The recorded mileage for W55 LAD is 132,489 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is W55 LAD ULEZ compliant?

No, W55 LAD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does W55 LAD have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, W55 LAD is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

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2012 BMW 525 2.0L Diesel · W55 LAD

W55 LAD

2012 BMW 525 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 132,489 miles. MOT expired on 04 Dec 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 525
Year / Origin: 2012 · Exeter
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Expired on 04 Dec 2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 132,489 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2012

Engine

1995cc

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W55 LAD Key Findings

14 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 05/12/2024
132,489 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT

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W55 LAD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Oct 2026, 16:02

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14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW 525 (W55 LAD) between June 2015 and December 2024.

The record contains 10 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 05 December 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (15 issues), Lighting (15 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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W55 LAD Mileage History

10/06/201529,479 mi
19/11/201532,704 mi+3,225 mi
16/07/201637,560 mi+4,856 mi
12/07/201745,557 mi+7,997 mi
20/07/201859,041 mi+13,484 mi
15/07/201973,897 mi+14,856 mi
17/07/202087,785 mi+13,888 mi
21/07/202087,789 mi+4 mi
21/06/202199,329 mi+11,540 mi
18/07/2022115,446 mi+16,117 mi
18/07/2022115,446 mi
11/01/2024132,481 mi+17,035 mi
06/11/2024132,486 mi+5 mi
05/12/2024132,489 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 10,855 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.

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/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

✗ 4 dangerous defects found recently

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✗ Outstanding recall notice

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