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BMW 535

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,498 cc

A8 YWTMOT history

A8 YWT is a blue petrol BMW 535 first used on 29 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 87,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2022.

A8 YWT blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2023
Mileage
87,454 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A8 YWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

A8 YWT was last recorded at 87,454 miles on 28 Feb 2022, 196 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,258 miles · 18 Nov 2019
Between the last two tests
196 miles
Average per year
3,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 87,454 miles
  • 2019 – 87,258 miles
  • 2018 – 87,244 miles
  • 2017 – 87,177 miles
  • 2016 – 86,904 miles
  • 2015 – 86,728 miles
  • 2014 – 86,292 miles
  • 2013 – 85,598 miles
  • 2012 – 81,965 miles
  • 2011 – 79,762 miles
  • 2010 – 75,340 miles
  • 2009 – 67,196 miles
  • 2008 – 57,998 miles
  • 2007 – 48,324 miles
  • 2006 – 40,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,454 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (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 Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,454 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    87,454 miles
    Test number
    423317326995
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail87,454 miles (+196)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,454 miles
    Test number
    160939604624
    • MajorSeat belt buckle missing rear centre (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass87,258 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,258 miles
    Test number
    919735336723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,244 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    87,244 miles
    Test number
    348272845568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    87,177 miles
    Test number
    381587975209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail87,177 miles (+273)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,177 miles
    Test number
    936055132563
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) insecure pad material unbonded from metal backing (3.5.1g)

  7. Pass86,904 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    86,904 miles
    Test number
    542558353314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,728 miles (+436)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    86,728 miles
    Test number
    795462068397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,292 miles (+694)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,292 miles
    Test number
    119967314380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,598 miles (+3,633)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    85,598 miles
    Test number
    406255003331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,965 miles (+2,203)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    81,965 miles
    Test number
    296202732388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass79,762 miles (+4,422)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    79,762 miles
    Test number
    859555731363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,340 miles (+8,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    75,340 miles
    Test number
    943190330361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass67,196 miles (+9,198)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    67,196 miles
    Test number
    420914429324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,998 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    57,998 miles
    Test number
    373230738318
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Fail57,998 miles (+9,674)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,998 miles
    Test number
    952220038366
    • Repaired at testFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Pass48,324 miles (+7,470)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    48,324 miles
    Test number
    504004727319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,854 miles
    Test number
    934111036329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A8 YWT

Does A8 YWT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A8 YWT expired on 27 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A8 YWT?
The MOT on A8 YWT expired on 27 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A8 YWT done?
A8 YWT was recorded at 87,454 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2022, an average of 3,055 miles a year.
Has A8 YWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A8 YWT has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on A8 YWT 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 YWT find?
A8 YWT passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2022 with 8 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear, and 5 more.

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