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BMW 535

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

537 UAUMOT history

537 UAU is a silver diesel BMW 535 first used on 17 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 96,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

537 UAU silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
96,615 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
537 UAU
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

537 UAU was last recorded at 96,615 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 3,106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Apr 2016: 72,100 miles, lower than 137,414 miles on 29 Apr 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
93,509 miles · 5 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,106 miles
Average per year
3,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,615 miles
  • 2025 – 93,509 miles
  • 2021 – 93,379 miles
  • 2019 – 92,050 miles
  • 2018 – 87,369 miles
  • 2017 – 79,251 miles
  • 2016 – 72,100 miles
  • 2015 – 137,414 miles
  • 2014 – 123,700 miles
  • 2013 – 94,619 miles
  • 2012 – 88,986 miles
  • 2011 – 62,266 miles
  • 2010 – 53,225 miles
  • 2009 – 43,478 miles
  • 2008 – 32,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,615 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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 hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,615 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    96,615 miles
    Test number
    805075525418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail96,615 miles (+3,106)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,615 miles
    Test number
    652128047980
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass93,509 miles (+130)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    93,509 miles
    Test number
    498006413117
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  4. Pass93,379 miles (+1,329)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,379 miles
    Test number
    128069696858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,050 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    92,050 miles
    Test number
    576675598091
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail92,049 miles (+4,680)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,049 miles
    Test number
    541665964581
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass87,369 miles (+8,118)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,369 miles
    Test number
    419015407803
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass79,251 miles (+7,151)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    79,251 miles
    Test number
    192556678780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,100 miles (-65,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    72,100 miles
    Test number
    515885083889
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass137,414 miles (+13,714)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    137,414 miles
    Test number
    565029715107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,700 miles (+29,081)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    123,700 miles
    Test number
    345305114105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s headlight loose

  12. Pass94,619 miles (+5,633)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    94,619 miles
    Test number
    378805383067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass88,986 miles (+26,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,986 miles
    Test number
    208559632486
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail62,266 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,266 miles
    Test number
    276970541126
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass62,266 miles (+9,041)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,266 miles
    Test number
    495830841101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,225 miles
    Test number
    423862430194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,225 miles (+9,747)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,225 miles
    Test number
    840062530170
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass43,478 miles (+525)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    43,478 miles
    Test number
    300521149195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail42,953 miles (+10,541)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,953 miles
    Test number
    741635529118
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass32,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    32,412 miles
    Test number
    222518528463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,412 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,412 miles
    Test number
    670107228115
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about 537 UAU

What vehicle is registration 537 UAU currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 537 UAU on a silver diesel BMW 535 first used on 17 May 2005. 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 537 UAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 537 UAU is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 537 UAU?
The MOT on 537 UAU is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 537 UAU done?
537 UAU was recorded at 96,615 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 3,534 miles a year.
Has 537 UAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 537 UAU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on 537 UAU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 537 UAU find?
537 UAU passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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