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BMW 840

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 4,398 cc

252 GXMMOT history

252 GXM is a blue petrol BMW 840 first used on 8 Sept 1997. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 142,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
142,441 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
252 GXM
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
8 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

252 GXM was last recorded at 142,441 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 1,696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,745 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,696 miles
Average per year
4,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,441 miles
  • 2025 – 140,745 miles
  • 2024 – 138,615 miles
  • 2023 – 136,970 miles
  • 2022 – 134,800 miles
  • 2021 – 132,776 miles
  • 2020 – 131,100 miles
  • 2019 – 128,939 miles
  • 2018 – 127,169 miles
  • 2017 – 124,909 miles
  • 2016 – 122,203 miles
  • 2015 – 119,884 miles
  • 2014 – 117,983 miles
  • 2013 – 115,008 miles
  • 2012 – 110,531 miles
  • 2011 – 100,250 miles
  • 2010 – 83,681 miles
  • 2009 – 78,394 miles
  • 2008 – 75,757 miles
  • 2007 – 67,680 miles
  • 2006 – 43,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,441 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated traction support link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated traction support link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded all
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,441 miles (+1,696)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    142,441 miles
    Test number
    652307449372
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated traction support link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated traction support link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded all
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,745 miles (+44)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    140,745 miles
    Test number
    134277424952
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  3. Fail140,701 miles (+2,086)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,701 miles
    Test number
    577728078151
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  4. Pass138,615 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    138,615 miles
    Test number
    506591274984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass136,970 miles (+2,170)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    136,970 miles
    Test number
    185521509462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass134,800 miles (+2,024)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    134,800 miles
    Test number
    219300088388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass132,776 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    132,776 miles
    Test number
    264876018130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail132,700 miles (+1,600)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,700 miles
    Test number
    809494321239
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall splitting. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass131,100 miles (+2,161)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2021
    Odometer
    131,100 miles
    Test number
    972493406934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,939 miles (+1,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2020
    Odometer
    128,939 miles
    Test number
    902379331535
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass127,169 miles (+2,260)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    127,169 miles
    Test number
    712314187198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass124,909 miles (+2,706)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    124,909 miles
    Test number
    723908621934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass122,203 miles (+2,319)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    122,203 miles
    Test number
    669768692504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass119,884 miles (+1,901)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    119,884 miles
    Test number
    269494585046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass117,983 miles (+2,975)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    117,983 miles
    Test number
    176489744068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass115,008 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    115,008 miles
    Test number
    638824743070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail115,008 miles (+4,477)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,008 miles
    Test number
    959114943025
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass110,531 miles (+33)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    110,531 miles
    Test number
    929165552068
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail110,498 miles (+10,248)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,498 miles
    Test number
    476948642020
    • FailureNearside Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass100,250 miles (+16,569)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    100,250 miles
    Test number
    689036101008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass83,681 miles (+5,287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    83,681 miles
    Test number
    533605600022
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass78,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    78,394 miles
    Test number
    151302529491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail78,394 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,394 miles
    Test number
    604490429033
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  24. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    361297538042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail75,757 miles (+8,077)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,757 miles
    Test number
    172775838095
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass67,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    67,680 miles
    Test number
    334315117149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail67,680 miles (+23,694)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,680 miles
    Test number
    880434417148
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Pass43,986 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    43,986 miles
    Test number
    100820946495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass43,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    43,979 miles
    Test number
    333779516077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 252 GXM

What vehicle is registration 252 GXM currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 252 GXM on a blue petrol BMW 840 first used on 8 Sept 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 252 GXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 252 GXM is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 252 GXM?
The MOT on 252 GXM is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 252 GXM done?
252 GXM was recorded at 142,441 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 4,829 miles a year.
Has 252 GXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 252 GXM has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on 252 GXM 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 252 GXM find?
252 GXM passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated traction support link; offside rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated traction support link; fuel pipe/s corroded all, and 3 more.

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