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BMW 735

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,600 cc

L5 SAHMOT history

L5 SAH is a silver petrol BMW 735 first used on 15 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 157,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2026
Mileage
157,514 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 SAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
735
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 SAH was last recorded at 157,514 miles on 23 Apr 2025, 199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Dec 2007: 81,738 miles, lower than 128,487 miles on 28 Sept 2007.

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
157,315 miles · 4 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
199 miles
Average per year
3,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,514 miles
  • 2023 – 157,315 miles
  • 2022 – 157,067 miles
  • 2021 – 156,287 miles
  • 2020 – 152,643 miles
  • 2019 – 147,367 miles
  • 2018 – 144,164 miles
  • 2017 – 140,498 miles
  • 2016 – 135,122 miles
  • 2015 – 135,114 miles
  • 2014 – 130,026 miles
  • 2013 – 124,546 miles
  • 2012 – 117,673 miles
  • 2011 – 108,732 miles
  • 2010 – 99,756 miles
  • 2009 – 94,284 miles
  • 2008 – 86,845 miles
  • 2007 – 81,738 miles
  • 2006 – 92,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,514 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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 Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Unable to assess some areas due to covers

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • N/s/f bottom balljoint play/wear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • O/s/r brake pipe corroded/poor

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive from engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass157,514 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    157,514 miles
    Test number
    347674193587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail157,514 miles (+199)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,514 miles
    Test number
    696844896301
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass157,315 miles (+248)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    157,315 miles
    Test number
    835488229333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass157,067 miles (+2)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    157,067 miles
    Test number
    936985243045
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy and scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy and scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated starting to split and perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted blocking view to assess some areas

  5. Fail157,065 miles (+778)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,065 miles
    Test number
    246738099260
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy and scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy and scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated starting to split and perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted blocking view to assess some areas

  6. Pass156,287 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    156,287 miles
    Test number
    348517031071
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch sticking
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryN/s/ dip beam poor intensity
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake hose swelling under cover,perished/starting to split
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded/poor
    • AdvisoryUnable to assess some areas due to covers

  7. Fail156,287 miles (+3,644)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,287 miles
    Test number
    999427270795
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch sticking
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryN/s/ dip beam poor intensity
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake hose swelling under cover,perished/starting to split
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded/poor
    • AdvisoryUnable to assess some areas due to covers

  8. Pass152,643 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    152,643 miles
    Test number
    739250267821
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perishing,n/s/r perishing/evidence of corrosion beneath bend restrictor
    • AdvisoryN/s/f bottom balljoint play/wear
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake pipe corroded/poor
    • AdvisoryUnable to assess some areas due to covers

  9. Fail152,641 miles (+5,274)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,641 miles
    Test number
    392375906275
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perishing,n/s/r perishing/evidence of corrosion beneath bend restrictor
    • AdvisoryN/s/f bottom balljoint play/wear
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake pipe corroded/poor
    • AdvisoryUnable to assess some areas due to covers

  10. Pass147,367 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    147,367 miles
    Test number
    388269761857
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFronts+n/s/r brake hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisoryN/s/f bottom balljoint play/wear
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake low effort,efficiency borderline
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake pipe corroded/poor
    • AdvisoryO/s/r foglight poor contact,n/s/f repeater contacts corroded/poor security
    • AdvisoryUnable to assess some areas due to covers
    • AdvisoryUnderbody oil contaminaation

  11. Fail147,367 miles (+3,203)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,367 miles
    Test number
    546851030011
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFronts+n/s/r brake hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisoryN/s/f bottom balljoint play/wear
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake low effort,efficiency borderline
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake pipe corroded/poor
    • AdvisoryO/s/r foglight poor contact,n/s/f repeater contacts corroded/poor security
    • AdvisoryUnable to assess some areas due to covers
    • AdvisoryUnderbody oil contaminaation

  12. Pass144,164 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    144,164 miles
    Test number
    973765787113
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe to o/s rear brake hose starting to corode
    • AdvisoryN/s rear brake hose perished
    • AdvisoryO/s front brake hose perished

  13. Fail144,164 miles (+3,666)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,164 miles
    Test number
    128372604856
    • DangerousCoil spring broken both rear (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated o/s rear (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe to o/s rear brake hose starting to corode
    • AdvisoryN/s rear brake hose perished
    • AdvisoryO/s front brake hose perished

  14. Pass140,498 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    140,498 miles
    Test number
    588404227505
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes at rear starting to corode
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s rear roll bar link

  15. Fail140,498 miles (+5,376)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,498 miles
    Test number
    751015460126
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour o/s rear (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes at rear starting to corode
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s rear roll bar link

  16. Pass135,122 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,122 miles
    Test number
    308419762413
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn/ nearing wear bars
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn/ nearing wear bars
    • AdvisoryRear flexi brake hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes rusty

  17. Fail135,114 miles (+5,088)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,114 miles
    Test number
    637135366888
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass130,026 miles (+5,480)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    130,026 miles
    Test number
    289219144352
    • NoteOil leak allover lower engine covers

  19. Pass124,546 miles (+3)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    124,546 miles
    Test number
    118697143394
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEML ON
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAir bag light on not but not indicating fault
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

  20. Fail124,543 miles (+6,870)1 dangerous8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,543 miles
    Test number
    977993443311
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light is on
    • NoteFuel cap seal is slightly deteriorated

  21. Pass117,673 miles (+8,941)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    117,673 miles
    Test number
    107174712327
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteO/s rear idicator bulb starting to fade
    • NoteSlight play in n/s rear roll bar link

  22. Pass108,732 miles (+30)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    108,732 miles
    Test number
    105620921314
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Fail108,702 miles (+8,946)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,702 miles
    Test number
    889708011301
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass99,756 miles (+5,472)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    99,756 miles
    Test number
    844920420319
    • NoteO/s front tyre wearing outer edge

  25. Pass94,284 miles (+7,439)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    94,284 miles
    Test number
    590505019350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEML on
    • NoteAuto box oil leak
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  26. Pass86,845 miles (+5,107)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    86,845 miles
    Test number
    490145218431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass81,738 miles (-46,749)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    81,738 miles
    Test number
    443853257472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass128,487 miles (+35,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    128,487 miles
    Test number
    643291577222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass92,598 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    92,598 miles
    Test number
    460538146252
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyre tread getting low
    • NoteAdvise wiper blades starting to smear

Questions about L5 SAH

Does L5 SAH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 SAH expired on 22 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 SAH?
The MOT on L5 SAH expired on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 SAH done?
L5 SAH was recorded at 157,514 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2025, an average of 3,484 miles a year.
Has L5 SAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 SAH has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 SAH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Dec 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L5 SAH find?
L5 SAH passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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