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BMW 535

Red and Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

C6 LAKMOT history

C6 LAK is a red and black diesel BMW 535 first used on 25 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 87,795 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

C6 LAK red 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 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,795 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 LAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C6 LAK was last recorded at 87,795 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 95 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,700 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
95 miles
Average per year
3,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,795 miles
  • 2025 – 87,098 miles
  • 2024 – 86,285 miles
  • 2023 – 83,944 miles
  • 2022 – 78,408 miles
  • 2021 – 76,095 miles
  • 2020 – 75,343 miles
  • 2019 – 73,516 miles
  • 2018 – 71,038 miles
  • 2017 – 66,319 miles
  • 2015 – 65,230 miles
  • 2014 – 58,659 miles
  • 2013 – 50,521 miles
  • 2012 – 43,353 miles
  • 2011 – 34,364 miles
  • 2010 – 26,675 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,795 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,795 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,795 miles
    Test number
    527281457124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail87,700 miles (+602)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,700 miles
    Test number
    189190368665
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass87,098 miles (+18)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    87,098 miles
    Test number
    690538921830
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySPARE TYRE UNDER INFLATED

  4. Fail87,080 miles (+795)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,080 miles
    Test number
    166976476013
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySPARE TYRE UNDER INFLATED

  5. Pass86,285 miles (+2,341)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    86,285 miles
    Test number
    664514083670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,944 miles (+5,536)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    83,944 miles
    Test number
    372518358820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,408 miles (+2,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    78,408 miles
    Test number
    441809230168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass76,095 miles (+752)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    76,095 miles
    Test number
    210054913384
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery loose in carrier
    • AdvisoryStonechips to windscreen

  9. Pass75,343 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    75,343 miles
    Test number
    244926680283
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring poorly fitting in lower strut mounting/cup

  10. Fail75,336 miles (+1,820)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,336 miles
    Test number
    670502604961
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre outer sidewall impact damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring poorly fitting in lower strut mounting/cup

  11. Pass73,516 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    73,516 miles
    Test number
    405886088539
    • AdvisoryCover sills and under - trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test on mirror

  12. Fail73,480 miles (+2,442)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,480 miles
    Test number
    895638325469
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCover sills and under - trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test on mirror

  13. Pass71,038 miles (+4,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    71,038 miles
    Test number
    136371180709
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit all other tyres getting low (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass66,319 miles (+1,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    66,319 miles
    Test number
    726223374936
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded

  15. Pass65,230 miles (+6,571)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,230 miles
    Test number
    225502549895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,659 miles (+8,138)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,659 miles
    Test number
    125585624389
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass50,521 miles (+54)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,521 miles
    Test number
    896488403330
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail50,467 miles (+7,114)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,467 miles
    Test number
    896475203314
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass43,353 miles (+8,989)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    43,353 miles
    Test number
    647727302323
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass34,364 miles (+7,689)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    34,364 miles
    Test number
    647177541127
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

  21. Pass26,675 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    26,675 miles
    Test number
    171916010143
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing low and has damage to outer side wall

Questions about C6 LAK

Does C6 LAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C6 LAK is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on C6 LAK?
The MOT on C6 LAK is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C6 LAK done?
C6 LAK was recorded at 87,795 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 3,821 miles a year.
Has C6 LAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 LAK has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on C6 LAK 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 C6 LAK find?
C6 LAK passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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