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BMW 535

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 3,498 cc

L7 XNNMOT history

L7 XNN is a blue petrol BMW 535 first used on 18 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 121,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2021.

L7 XNN blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2022
Mileage
121,129 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2021
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 XNN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 XNN was last recorded at 121,129 miles on 20 Dec 2021, 5,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,114 miles · 27 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
5,015 miles
Average per year
6,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 121,129 miles
  • 2020 – 116,114 miles
  • 2019 – 111,523 miles
  • 2018 – 104,782 miles
  • 2017 – 98,213 miles
  • 2016 – 93,007 miles
  • 2015 – 86,800 miles
  • 2014 – 79,315 miles
  • 2013 – 72,254 miles
  • 2011 – 64,071 miles
  • 2010 – 50,100 miles
  • 2009 – 41,744 miles
  • 2008 – 36,766 miles
  • 2007 – 32,077 miles
  • 2006 – 22,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,129 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryUndertrays covers fitted obscuring some components

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both front tyres wearing on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,129 miles (+5,015)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    121,129 miles
    Test number
    570937716803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays covers fitted obscuring some components

  2. Pass116,114 miles (+4,591)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,114 miles
    Test number
    507756280994
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides right on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  3. Pass111,523 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,523 miles
    Test number
    835245680250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

  4. Fail111,521 miles (+6,739)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,521 miles
    Test number
    271264590121
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both sides rear parts of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

  5. Pass104,782 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    104,782 miles
    Test number
    582361801594
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component hose sweating from resevoir (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail104,776 miles (+6,563)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,776 miles
    Test number
    950496106899
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive blow from exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flange loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn pin/bush through hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side little effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps lamps flicker on when lights off (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component hose sweating from resevoir (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass98,213 miles (+5,206)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    98,213 miles
    Test number
    296491833898
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass93,007 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    93,007 miles
    Test number
    486740255942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge worn (4.1.E.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)

  9. Fail93,007 miles (+6,207)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,007 miles
    Test number
    498474117036
    • FailureNearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat to center join leaking (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge worn (4.1.E.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)

  10. Pass86,800 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    86,800 miles
    Test number
    135321435179
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail86,800 miles (+7,485)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,800 miles
    Test number
    139311335160
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass79,315 miles (+387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    79,315 miles
    Test number
    439898224111
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail78,928 miles (+6,674)6 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,928 miles
    Test number
    665889164032
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSplit on nearside front tyre inner sidewall
    • NoteTyre control inactivie warning light on

  14. Pass72,254 miles (+8,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,254 miles
    Test number
    738938693008
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass64,071 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    64,071 miles
    Test number
    346194961313
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteREAR TYRE: BRIDGESTONE S-02 265/35/ZR18 (93Y).
    • NoteRear number plate has water ingress from the bottom but not likely to be misread.
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear anti-roll bar outer link arm(drop link).

  16. Fail64,071 miles (+5,207)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,071 miles
    Test number
    647314761382
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteREAR TYRE: BRIDGESTONE S-02 265/35/ZR18 (93Y).
    • NoteRear number plate has water ingress from the bottom but not likely to be misread.
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear anti-roll bar outer link arm(drop link).

  17. Fail58,864 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,864 miles
    Test number
    269646401097
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass58,864 miles (+8,764)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,864 miles
    Test number
    526316601068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,100 miles (+8,356)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    50,100 miles
    Test number
    222811310077
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteWarning on instrument cluster reading 'tyre control inactive'.

  20. Pass41,744 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    41,744 miles
    Test number
    424096129061
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing

  21. Fail41,744 miles (+4,978)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,744 miles
    Test number
    590692929056
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing

  22. Pass36,766 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    36,766 miles
    Test number
    103744918009
    • 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)
    • NoteCenter stop light not working

  23. Fail36,766 miles (+4,689)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,766 miles
    Test number
    260821518030
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCenter stop light not working

  24. Fail32,077 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,077 miles
    Test number
    262790417066
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)

  25. Pass32,077 miles (+9,708)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    32,077 miles
    Test number
    561720917002
    • 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)

  26. Pass22,369 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,369 miles
    Test number
    980863626079
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L7 XNN

Does L7 XNN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 XNN expired on 19 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 XNN?
The MOT on L7 XNN expired on 19 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 XNN done?
L7 XNN was recorded at 121,129 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2021, an average of 6,209 miles a year.
Has L7 XNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 XNN has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on L7 XNN 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 L7 XNN find?
L7 XNN passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2021 with 8 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one, and 5 more.

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