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BMW 635

Black · Petrol · 1988 · 3,430 cc

5 DXSMOT history

5 DXS is a black petrol BMW 635 first used on 30 Dec 1988. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 169,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
169,438 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5 DXS
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
635
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,430 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
30 Dec 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

5 DXS was last recorded at 169,438 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,438 miles · 1 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,438 miles
  • 2024 – 169,438 miles
  • 2023 – 169,438 miles
  • 2022 – 168,717 miles
  • 2021 – 167,651 miles
  • 2020 – 167,033 miles
  • 2019 – 165,962 miles
  • 2018 – 163,997 miles
  • 2017 – 160,852 miles
  • 2016 – 155,639 miles
  • 2015 – 151,982 miles
  • 2013 – 149,267 miles
  • 2012 – 148,321 miles
  • 2011 – 148,180 miles
  • 2010 – 147,475 miles
  • 2009 – 144,399 miles
  • 2008 – 137,288 miles
  • 2007 – 134,217 miles
  • 2006 – 133,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,438 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall damaged. Has been run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,438 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    169,438 miles
    Test number
    466918585664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall damaged. Has been run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail169,438 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,438 miles
    Test number
    203903968158
    • Repaired at testFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall damaged. Has been run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail169,438 miles3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,438 miles
    Test number
    801112740994
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewalls damaged. Has been run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass169,438 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    169,438 miles
    Test number
    211542342938
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail169,438 miles2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,438 miles
    Test number
    499560638615
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass169,438 miles (+721)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    169,438 miles
    Test number
    650701268056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Hose (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass168,717 miles (+1,066)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    168,717 miles
    Test number
    229254759313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass167,651 miles (+618)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    167,651 miles
    Test number
    260563755085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass167,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    167,033 miles
    Test number
    472073866672
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  10. Fail167,033 miles (+1,071)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,033 miles
    Test number
    651744141201
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  11. Pass165,962 miles (+1,965)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    165,962 miles
    Test number
    639552806150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass163,997 miles (+3,145)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    163,997 miles
    Test number
    977755453453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass160,852 miles (+5,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    160,852 miles
    Test number
    303914199454
    • AdvisoryLeak from power steering pump

  14. Pass155,639 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    155,639 miles
    Test number
    708306964896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail155,635 miles (+3,653)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,635 miles
    Test number
    133380004691
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  16. Pass151,982 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    151,982 miles
    Test number
    389157103641
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded along length of vehicle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel pipe slightly damaged slightly corroded along length of vehicle (7.2.2)

  17. Fail151,980 miles (+10)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,980 miles
    Test number
    309907915205
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail151,970 miles (+2,703)4 dangerous6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,970 miles
    Test number
    759834245087
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished and cracked

  19. Pass149,267 miles (+771)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    149,267 miles
    Test number
    178612663352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass148,496 miles (+175)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    148,496 miles
    Test number
    249182213095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass148,321 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    148,321 miles
    Test number
    708646832392
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  22. Fail148,321 miles (+141)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,321 miles
    Test number
    946234532318
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  23. Pass148,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    148,180 miles
    Test number
    948463991249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail148,180 miles (+705)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,180 miles
    Test number
    288541991238
    • DangerousPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  25. Pass147,475 miles (+3,076)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    147,475 miles
    Test number
    172501800222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass144,399 miles (+7,111)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    144,399 miles
    Test number
    753789729252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass137,288 miles (+3,071)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    137,288 miles
    Test number
    472916928217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass134,217 miles (+1,206)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    134,217 miles
    Test number
    752548217254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass133,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    133,011 miles
    Test number
    934191026252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 5 DXS

What vehicle is registration 5 DXS currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5 DXS on a black petrol BMW 635 first used on 30 Dec 1988. 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 5 DXS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 5 DXS is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 5 DXS?
The MOT on 5 DXS is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 5 DXS done?
5 DXS was recorded at 169,438 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,826 miles a year.
Has 5 DXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5 DXS has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on 5 DXS 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 5 DXS find?
5 DXS passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded; offside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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