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BMW 535

Black · Petrol · 1992 · 3,430 cc

K25 EYMMOT history

K25 EYM is a black petrol BMW 535 first used on 1 Oct 1992. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 146,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
146,780 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K25 EYM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,430 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Oct 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K25 EYM was last recorded at 146,780 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 2,064 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,716 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,064 miles
Average per year
1,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,780 miles
  • 2024 – 144,716 miles
  • 2023 – 142,886 miles
  • 2022 – 141,567 miles
  • 2021 – 140,396 miles
  • 2020 – 139,591 miles
  • 2019 – 138,858 miles
  • 2018 – 138,362 miles
  • 2017 – 135,889 miles
  • 2016 – 134,111 miles
  • 2015 – 132,200 miles
  • 2014 – 130,957 miles
  • 2013 – 128,337 miles
  • 2012 – 126,229 miles
  • 2011 – 122,252 miles
  • 2010 – 118,065 miles
  • 2009 – 117,104 miles
  • 2008 – 115,240 miles
  • 2007 – 112,802 miles
  • 2006 – 110,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,780 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside headlamp slightly dimmer than nearside

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,780 miles (+2,064)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    146,780 miles
    Test number
    642522163658
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp slightly dimmer than nearside

  2. Pass144,716 miles (+1,830)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    144,716 miles
    Test number
    880779692949
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded around fuel tank
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass142,886 miles (+1,319)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    142,886 miles
    Test number
    267956318119
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to back

  4. Pass141,567 miles (+1,171)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    141,567 miles
    Test number
    805346591146
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,396 miles (+805)2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    140,396 miles
    Test number
    161192944526
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass139,591 miles (+733)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    139,591 miles
    Test number
    646068109132
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded under sump pan (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  7. Pass138,858 miles (+496)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    138,858 miles
    Test number
    109130751506
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Front to Rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPAS Pump has slight seepage of fluid
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryTransmission fluid leak
    • AdvisoryNear side and offside jacking points corroded but not excessive

  8. Pass138,362 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    138,362 miles
    Test number
    624926235407
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged wanted soon (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in front of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged wanted soon (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in front of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded to steering box (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  9. Fail138,362 miles (+2,473)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,362 miles
    Test number
    467365880823
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged wanted soon (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in front of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged wanted soon (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in front of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded to steering box (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Pass135,889 miles (+81)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    135,889 miles
    Test number
    973965795134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail135,808 miles (+1,697)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,808 miles
    Test number
    428348707294
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass134,111 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    134,111 miles
    Test number
    962671472905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail134,055 miles (+1,855)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,055 miles
    Test number
    636583911628
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center to rear section exhaust excessively blowing (7.1.2)

  14. Pass132,200 miles (+10)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    132,200 miles
    Test number
    815215665069
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail132,190 miles (+1,233)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,190 miles
    Test number
    609401865038
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass130,957 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    130,957 miles
    Test number
    339503764053
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail130,957 miles (+2,620)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,957 miles
    Test number
    715722864073
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass128,337 miles (+2,108)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    128,337 miles
    Test number
    526861173074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass126,229 miles (+3,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    126,229 miles
    Test number
    899100392070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass122,252 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    122,252 miles
    Test number
    196365271097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail122,252 miles (+4,187)2 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,252 miles
    Test number
    765235871066
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass118,065 miles (+961)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    118,065 miles
    Test number
    100628580471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass117,104 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    117,104 miles
    Test number
    551307179093
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak from gear-box
    • NoteVarious engine oil leaks

  24. Fail117,104 miles (+1,864)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,104 miles
    Test number
    361656379088
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak from gear-box
    • NoteVarious engine oil leaks

  25. Pass115,240 miles (+2,438)9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    115,240 miles
    Test number
    634587668041
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear subframe bushes are weak
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteN/s headlamp lense is cracked
    • NoteRear/centre exhaust mounting rubber broken

  26. Pass112,802 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    112,802 miles
    Test number
    222644877062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass110,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    110,343 miles
    Test number
    840049576085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail110,343 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,343 miles
    Test number
    263105776061
    • FailureFront Upper Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Questions about K25 EYM

Does K25 EYM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K25 EYM is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K25 EYM?
The MOT on K25 EYM is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K25 EYM done?
K25 EYM was recorded at 146,780 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 1,852 miles a year.
Has K25 EYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K25 EYM has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on K25 EYM 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 K25 EYM find?
K25 EYM passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside headlamp slightly dimmer than nearside.

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