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BMW 528

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

J9 EJWMOT history

J9 EJW is a black petrol BMW 528 first used on 24 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 80,488 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

J9 EJW black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,488 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 EJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
24 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 EJW was last recorded at 80,488 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,488 miles · 3 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,488 miles
  • 2025 – 79,172 miles
  • 2024 – 78,568 miles
  • 2023 – 78,180 miles
  • 2022 – 77,653 miles
  • 2021 – 77,332 miles
  • 2020 – 76,909 miles
  • 2019 – 76,338 miles
  • 2018 – 75,265 miles
  • 2017 – 73,429 miles
  • 2016 – 71,267 miles
  • 2015 – 68,824 miles
  • 2014 – 66,151 miles
  • 2013 – 63,520 miles
  • 2012 – 61,381 miles
  • 2011 – 58,463 miles
  • 2010 – 55,302 miles
  • 2009 – 52,762 miles
  • 2008 – 50,748 miles
  • 2007 – 44,066 miles
  • 2006 – 38,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,488 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear sills corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,488 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,488 miles
    Test number
    156234675751
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail80,488 miles (+1,316)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,488 miles
    Test number
    407793666978
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass79,172 miles (+604)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    79,172 miles
    Test number
    964513086518
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass78,568 miles (+388)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,568 miles
    Test number
    760769618482
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass78,180 miles (+527)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,180 miles
    Test number
    656739163617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass77,653 miles (+321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,653 miles
    Test number
    566102380447
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass77,332 miles (+423)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,332 miles
    Test number
    188828602722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,909 miles (+571)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,909 miles
    Test number
    762948265935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,338 miles
    Test number
    229299202339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,338 miles (+1,073)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,338 miles
    Test number
    763516637239
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass75,265 miles (+1,836)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    75,265 miles
    Test number
    153360425447
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn low

  12. Pass73,429 miles (+2,162)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    73,429 miles
    Test number
    561688390259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,267 miles (+2,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,267 miles
    Test number
    339150750766
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn close to legal limit

  14. Pass68,824 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    68,824 miles
    Test number
    299324105469
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low

  15. Fail68,824 miles (+2,673)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,824 miles
    Test number
    446318895051
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low

  16. Pass66,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,151 miles
    Test number
    189935704110
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail66,151 miles (+2,631)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,151 miles
    Test number
    817234604164
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass63,520 miles (+2,139)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    63,520 miles
    Test number
    228395903489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,381 miles (+2,918)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,381 miles
    Test number
    127435092014
    • NoteRear brake pipes (feeds to flexible hoses) slightly corroded

  20. Fail58,463 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,463 miles
    Test number
    239301401139
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass58,463 miles (+3,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    58,463 miles
    Test number
    315161001129
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass55,302 miles (+2,540)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,302 miles
    Test number
    592244500151
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded at rear
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  23. Pass52,762 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,762 miles
    Test number
    703696399088
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges/ under engine covered by plastic trim/

  24. Fail52,753 miles (+2,005)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,753 miles
    Test number
    193676699091
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges/ under engine covered by plastic trim/

  25. Pass50,748 miles (+6,682)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,748 miles
    Test number
    343238998089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,066 miles (+5,608)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    44,066 miles
    Test number
    704570217171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    38,458 miles
    Test number
    112755896068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 EJW

Does J9 EJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 EJW is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 EJW?
The MOT on J9 EJW is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 EJW done?
J9 EJW was recorded at 80,488 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 2,056 miles a year.
Has J9 EJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 EJW has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on J9 EJW 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 J9 EJW find?
J9 EJW passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: both rear sills corroded; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; rear coil spring corroded both.

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