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BMW 535

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

L66 BMMMOT history

L66 BMM is a silver diesel BMW 535 first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 183,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

L66 BMM silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
183,598 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 BMM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 BMM was last recorded at 183,598 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 8,347 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,251 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,347 miles
Average per year
7,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,598 miles
  • 2025 – 175,251 miles
  • 2024 – 170,341 miles
  • 2023 – 166,476 miles
  • 2021 – 160,494 miles
  • 2020 – 155,628 miles
  • 2019 – 145,911 miles
  • 2018 – 137,530 miles
  • 2017 – 130,353 miles
  • 2016 – 118,762 miles
  • 2015 – 108,091 miles
  • 2014 – 97,116 miles
  • 2013 – 88,360 miles
  • 2012 – 74,075 miles
  • 2011 – 71,794 miles
  • 2010 – 67,299 miles
  • 2009 – 61,319 miles
  • 2008 – 53,542 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,598 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pipe corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,598 miles (+8,347)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    183,598 miles
    Test number
    261535182423
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass175,251 miles (+4,910)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    175,251 miles
    Test number
    136669279148
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass170,341 miles (+3,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    170,341 miles
    Test number
    597827116008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass166,476 miles (+5,982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    166,476 miles
    Test number
    514452583605
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner rack joint has slight play

  5. Pass160,494 miles (+4,866)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    160,494 miles
    Test number
    898563894095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass155,628 miles (+9,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    155,628 miles
    Test number
    406213809647
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel comes up high

  7. Pass145,911 miles (+8,381)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    145,911 miles
    Test number
    906614209762
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front washer has restricted water flow
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  8. Pass137,530 miles (+7,177)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    137,530 miles
    Test number
    712651579548
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has slight cracking on edge of treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass130,353 miles (+11,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    130,353 miles
    Test number
    478823409061
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  10. Pass118,762 miles (+10,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    118,762 miles
    Test number
    420084821410
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  11. Pass108,091 miles (+10,975)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    108,091 miles
    Test number
    965875155076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,116 miles (+18)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    97,116 miles
    Test number
    965334844044
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail97,098 miles (+8,738)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,098 miles
    Test number
    297308434024
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass88,360 miles (+14,285)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    88,360 miles
    Test number
    167095533409
    • 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

  15. Pass74,075 miles (+2,281)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    74,075 miles
    Test number
    355294602071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,794 miles (+4,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,794 miles
    Test number
    135313651174
    • 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)

  17. Pass67,299 miles (+5,980)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,299 miles
    Test number
    354833750167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,319 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,319 miles
    Test number
    441201669131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,281 miles (+7,739)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,281 miles
    Test number
    584229359133
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Fail53,542 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,542 miles
    Test number
    592883068168
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn unevenly on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f worn unevenly on inner edge (bald)

  21. Pass53,542 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    53,542 miles
    Test number
    872513468101
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn unevenly on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f worn unevenly on inner edge (bald)

Questions about L66 BMM

Does L66 BMM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L66 BMM is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L66 BMM?
The MOT on L66 BMM is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L66 BMM done?
L66 BMM was recorded at 183,598 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 7,276 miles a year.
Has L66 BMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 BMM has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2014.
Has the mileage on L66 BMM 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 L66 BMM find?
L66 BMM passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front brake pipe corroded, and 7 more.

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