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BMW 5 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

A8 YOBMOT history

A8 YOB is a blue diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 29 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 159,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

A8 YOB blue 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 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
159,455 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A8 YOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A8 YOB was last recorded at 159,455 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 98 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,357 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
98 miles
Average per year
7,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,455 miles
  • 2025 – 159,357 miles
  • 2024 – 153,425 miles
  • 2023 – 148,851 miles
  • 2022 – 144,050 miles
  • 2021 – 134,977 miles
  • 2020 – 129,785 miles
  • 2019 – 121,756 miles
  • 2018 – 110,628 miles
  • 2017 – 101,456 miles
  • 2016 – 92,836 miles
  • 2015 – 85,963 miles
  • 2014 – 72,250 miles
  • 2013 – 55,004 miles
  • 2012 – 45,920 miles
  • 2011 – 40,218 miles
  • 2010 – 32,630 miles
  • 2009 – 28,462 miles
  • 2008 – 23,158 miles
  • 2007 – 17,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,455 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,455 miles (+98)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    159,455 miles
    Test number
    221554490004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass159,357 miles (+5,932)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    159,357 miles
    Test number
    750595709223
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  3. Pass153,425 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    153,425 miles
    Test number
    764271063455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySill covers and under covers fitted

  4. Fail153,422 miles (+4,571)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,422 miles
    Test number
    576394347956
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySill covers and under covers fitted

  5. Pass148,851 miles (+4,801)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    148,851 miles
    Test number
    212324214775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass144,050 miles (+9,073)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    144,050 miles
    Test number
    505183800693
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  7. Pass134,977 miles (+5,192)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    134,977 miles
    Test number
    832692056074
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear lower suspension arm front bushes worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass129,785 miles (+8,029)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    129,785 miles
    Test number
    435670864036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive FROM REAR AXLE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPARK BRAKE EFFORT POOR ON N/S/R

  9. Pass121,756 miles (+11,128)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    121,756 miles
    Test number
    151436491404
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass110,628 miles (+9,172)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    110,628 miles
    Test number
    826206108159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,456 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    101,456 miles
    Test number
    790397269611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail101,455 miles (+8,619)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,455 miles
    Test number
    951390828933
    • 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)

  13. Pass92,836 miles (+6,873)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    92,836 miles
    Test number
    807184809900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,963 miles (+13,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,963 miles
    Test number
    502073601862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass72,250 miles (+17,246)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    72,250 miles
    Test number
    855636704213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,004 miles (+9,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,004 miles
    Test number
    477136593184
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass45,920 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,920 miles
    Test number
    336386922406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass45,885 miles (+5,667)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,885 miles
    Test number
    587573592164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,218 miles (+7,588)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,218 miles
    Test number
    586114391163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,630 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    32,630 miles
    Test number
    703577890121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,462 miles (+5,304)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,462 miles
    Test number
    352613379256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,158 miles
    Test number
    341428368249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail23,158 miles (+5,413)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,158 miles
    Test number
    771858268262
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  24. Pass17,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    17,745 miles
    Test number
    174218447295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A8 YOB

Does A8 YOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A8 YOB is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on A8 YOB?
The MOT on A8 YOB is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A8 YOB done?
A8 YOB was recorded at 159,455 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 7,552 miles a year.
Has A8 YOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A8 YOB has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on A8 YOB 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 A8 YOB find?
A8 YOB passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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