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BMW 735

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 3,498 cc

L7 YHTMOT history

L7 YHT is a blue petrol BMW 735 first used on 10 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 177,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
177,991 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 YHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
735
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
10 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 YHT was last recorded at 177,991 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 1,078 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,913 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,078 miles
Average per year
3,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,991 miles
  • 2025 – 176,913 miles
  • 2024 – 172,609 miles
  • 2023 – 166,839 miles
  • 2022 – 162,113 miles
  • 2021 – 159,788 miles
  • 2016 – 148,565 miles
  • 2015 – 144,397 miles
  • 2014 – 142,817 miles
  • 2013 – 139,949 miles
  • 2012 – 134,984 miles
  • 2011 – 131,172 miles
  • 2010 – 126,472 miles
  • 2009 – 121,124 miles
  • 2008 – 116,601 miles
  • 2007 – 111,492 miles
  • 2006 – 104,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,991 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine cover/under covers fitted

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 / Under-trays Fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both steering rack ends

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Vehicle mis-firing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,991 miles (+1,078)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    177,991 miles
    Test number
    643696157102
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under covers fitted

  2. Pass176,913 miles (+4,304)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    176,913 miles
    Test number
    267839616846
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front, lower front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust under vehicle

  3. Pass172,609 miles (+5,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    172,609 miles
    Test number
    631811154044
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

  4. Pass166,839 miles (+4,726)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    166,839 miles
    Test number
    988488451582
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle is Under-sealed.

  5. Pass162,113 miles (+2,325)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    162,113 miles
    Test number
    105566568022
    • AdvisoryCovers Fitted On Sills and arches (Inner & Outer) & Heavy Underseal
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle is Heavily Under-sealed.

  6. Pass159,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    159,788 miles
    Test number
    788169692673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    934482368182
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both steering rack ends (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle mis-firing

  8. FailMileage not read3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    601193966030
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both steering rack ends (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle mis-firing

  9. Pass148,565 miles (+4,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    148,565 miles
    Test number
    868192131096
    • AdvisoryRear tyre's worn on inner edge

  10. Pass144,397 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    144,397 miles
    Test number
    913765152342
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNote plastic trim fitted tosills wheel arches and underside of vehicle unable to fully check

  11. Fail144,395 miles (+1,578)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,395 miles
    Test number
    569362730160
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNote plastic trim fitted tosills wheel arches and underside of vehicle unable to fully check

  12. Pass142,817 miles (+2,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    142,817 miles
    Test number
    307915424324
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass139,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    139,949 miles
    Test number
    498267013435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail139,949 miles (+4,965)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,949 miles
    Test number
    715467213301
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass134,984 miles (+3,812)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    134,984 miles
    Test number
    519674902313
    • NoteRear discs starting to corrode

  16. Pass131,172 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    131,172 miles
    Test number
    626823111385
    • NoteRear brake discs starting to corrode

  17. Fail131,172 miles (+4,700)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,172 miles
    Test number
    105713111396
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteRear brake discs starting to corrode

  18. Pass126,472 miles (+5,348)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    126,472 miles
    Test number
    904894610371
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass121,124 miles (+4,523)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    121,124 miles
    Test number
    971630729301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass116,601 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    116,601 miles
    Test number
    411685018460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail116,580 miles (+5,088)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,580 miles
    Test number
    704040418363
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass111,492 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    111,492 miles
    Test number
    424335727403
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail111,461 miles (+6,958)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,461 miles
    Test number
    201158817373
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass104,503 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    104,503 miles
    Test number
    413631926373
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L7 YHT

Does L7 YHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 YHT is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 YHT?
The MOT on L7 YHT is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 YHT done?
L7 YHT was recorded at 177,991 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 3,833 miles a year.
Has L7 YHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 YHT has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2019.
Has the mileage on L7 YHT 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 YHT find?
L7 YHT passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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