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BMW 5 Series

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

K77 BYEMOT history

K77 BYE is a white diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 30 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 225,210 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2026.

K77 BYE white 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 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
225,210 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K77 BYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K77 BYE was last recorded at 225,210 miles on 3 Oct 2026, 770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Mar 2012: 111,169 miles, lower than 165,137 miles on 12 Mar 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
224,440 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
770 miles
Average per year
7,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 225,210 miles
  • 2025 – 224,440 miles
  • 2024 – 223,783 miles
  • 2021 – 223,338 miles
  • 2020 – 206,584 miles
  • 2019 – 183,079 miles
  • 2017 – 180,319 miles
  • 2016 – 178,498 miles
  • 2015 – 163,323 miles
  • 2014 – 139,688 miles
  • 2013 – 123,644 miles
  • 2012 – 111,169 miles
  • 2011 – 165,137 miles
  • 2009 – 85,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,210 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,210 miles (+770)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    225,210 miles
    Test number
    678709230420
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass224,440 miles (+657)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    224,440 miles
    Test number
    118628825092
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass223,783 miles (+445)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    223,783 miles
    Test number
    184793206736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass223,338 miles (+26)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    223,338 miles
    Test number
    109763826312
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front bumper slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both side

  5. Fail223,312 miles (+16,728)1 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,312 miles
    Test number
    822734684916
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass206,584 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    206,584 miles
    Test number
    442637653431
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail206,584 miles (+23,505)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,584 miles
    Test number
    994113034240
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass183,079 miles (+2,760)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    183,079 miles
    Test number
    180164048842
    • AdvisoryAll under vehicle components general corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass180,319 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    180,319 miles
    Test number
    165100443334
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail180,319 miles (+1,821)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,319 miles
    Test number
    579676717214
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass178,498 miles (+15,175)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    178,498 miles
    Test number
    607042453650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass163,323 miles4 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    163,323 miles
    Test number
    908706365165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly damaged (2.4.G.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCustomer advised to have front nearside and offside inner brake pads checked due to large wheels on vehicle....
    • NoteHandbrake travel high
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres very close to shock absorbers, customer advised
    • NoteNearside and offside rear chassis rails and floor pans show signs of repair
    • NoteNearside rear alloy wheel shows signs of repair,

  13. Fail163,323 miles (+23,635)2 dangerous8 failures3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,323 miles
    Test number
    195986365158
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCustomer advised to have front nearside and offside inner brake pads checked due to large wheels on vehicle....
    • NoteHandbrake travel high
    • NoteNearside and offside rear chassis rails and floor pans show signs of repair
    • NoteNearside rear alloy wheel shows signs of repair,

  14. Pass139,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    139,688 miles
    Test number
    146424474462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail139,688 miles (+16,044)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,688 miles
    Test number
    825214274081
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

  16. Pass123,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    123,644 miles
    Test number
    165094983438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail123,644 miles (+12,475)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,644 miles
    Test number
    196494283042
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass111,169 miles (-53,968)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    111,169 miles
    Test number
    605795572051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass165,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    165,137 miles
    Test number
    706651071047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass158,672 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    158,672 km
    Test number
    670233760077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    85,900 miles
    Test number
    474289189071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K77 BYE

Does K77 BYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K77 BYE is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K77 BYE?
The MOT on K77 BYE is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K77 BYE done?
K77 BYE was recorded at 225,210 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2026, an average of 7,955 miles a year.
Has K77 BYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K77 BYE has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on K77 BYE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Mar 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K77 BYE find?
K77 BYE passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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