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BMW 535

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

L29 CGDMOT history

L29 CGD is a grey diesel BMW 535 first used on 11 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 171,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2025.

L29 CGD grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2026
Mileage
171,994 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 CGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 CGD was last recorded at 171,994 miles on 4 Feb 2025, 14,569 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,425 miles · 31 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
14,569 miles
Average per year
8,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,994 miles
  • 2024 – 157,425 miles
  • 2023 – 142,600 miles
  • 2022 – 133,046 miles
  • 2021 – 115,760 miles
  • 2020 – 111,959 miles
  • 2019 – 106,490 miles
  • 2018 – 102,680 miles
  • 2017 – 95,786 miles
  • 2016 – 90,903 miles
  • 2015 – 88,101 miles
  • 2014 – 84,614 miles
  • 2013 – 81,244 miles
  • 2012 – 76,723 miles
  • 2011 – 69,542 miles
  • 2010 – 69,542 miles
  • 2009 – 62,991 miles
  • 2008 – 47,717 miles
  • 2007 – 24,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,994 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,994 miles (+14,569)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    171,994 miles
    Test number
    156410408779
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass157,425 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    157,425 miles
    Test number
    414050145707
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail157,421 miles (+14,821)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,421 miles
    Test number
    348292359676
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass142,600 miles (+145)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    142,600 miles
    Test number
    684633664581
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ROSE JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail142,455 miles (+9,409)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,455 miles
    Test number
    545253354477
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT ARM, INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM, INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ROSE JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass133,046 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    133,046 miles
    Test number
    930416809697
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail133,046 miles (+17,286)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,046 miles
    Test number
    933411343450
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass115,760 miles4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,760 miles
    Test number
    468257537966
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever travel long
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Fail115,760 miles (+3,801)1 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,760 miles
    Test number
    220388717093
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever travel long
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass111,959 miles (+5,469)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,959 miles
    Test number
    400159439290
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Weld repaired (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking / hand brake has little reserve travel.

  11. Pass106,490 miles (+3,810)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    106,490 miles
    Test number
    415964480010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,680 miles (+6,894)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    102,680 miles
    Test number
    772765946876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    95,786 miles
    Test number
    790913230714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail95,786 miles (+4,883)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,786 miles
    Test number
    265882487293
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass90,903 miles (+2,802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    90,903 miles
    Test number
    205414860882
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass88,101 miles (+3,487)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,101 miles
    Test number
    965170225009
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass84,614 miles (+3,370)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    84,614 miles
    Test number
    558573724080
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass81,244 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    81,244 miles
    Test number
    128822523041
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on inner edge raised tread pattern type tyre

  19. Fail81,244 miles (+4,521)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,244 miles
    Test number
    188742523488
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on inner edge raised tread pattern type tyre

  20. Pass76,723 miles (+7,181)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    76,723 miles
    Test number
    307581812083
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn close to 1.6mm limit on inside edge 245/40/18
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn close to 1.6mm limit on inside edge 245/40/18

  21. Pass69,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    69,542 miles
    Test number
    325700921027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail69,542 miles (+6,551)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,542 miles
    Test number
    121732140304
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass62,991 miles (+15,274)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    62,991 miles
    Test number
    314071359335
    • 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)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn very low on both edges

  24. Pass47,717 miles (+22,995)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    47,717 miles
    Test number
    414100558453
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAir bag light on.
    • NoteCovers fitted to underside of vehicle

  25. Pass24,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,722 miles
    Test number
    392601307409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L29 CGD

Does L29 CGD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L29 CGD expired on 3 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L29 CGD?
The MOT on L29 CGD expired on 3 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L29 CGD done?
L29 CGD was recorded at 171,994 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2025, an average of 8,393 miles a year.
Has L29 CGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 CGD has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L29 CGD 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 L29 CGD find?
L29 CGD passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2025 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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