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BMW 535

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

LX54 VEMMOT history

LX54 VEM is a silver diesel BMW 535 first used on 26 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 234,070 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2022.

LX54 VEM silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2023
Mileage
234,070 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,760 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 VEM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 VEM was last recorded at 234,070 miles on 15 Nov 2022, 16,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,991 miles · 10 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
16,079 miles
Average per year
12,760 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 234,070 miles
  • 2021 – 217,991 miles
  • 2020 – 129,637 miles
  • 2019 – 124,795 miles
  • 2018 – 115,215 miles
  • 2017 – 105,139 miles
  • 2016 – 97,123 miles
  • 2015 – 89,825 miles
  • 2014 – 83,628 miles
  • 2013 – 77,348 miles
  • 2012 – 72,680 miles
  • 2010 – 64,827 miles
  • 2009 – 52,365 miles
  • 2008 – 46,565 miles
  • 2007 – 43,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,070 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3.00mm. disc average (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear seal belts not full checked due to childseat fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass234,070 miles (+16,079)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    234,070 miles
    Test number
    782393041841
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass217,991 miles (+88,354)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    217,991 miles
    Test number
    800150723217
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass129,637 miles (+4,842)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    129,637 miles
    Test number
    147475069564
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass124,795 miles (+9,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    124,795 miles
    Test number
    563058214402
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,215 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    115,215 miles
    Test number
    730499379670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail115,209 miles (+10,070)3 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,209 miles
    Test number
    805625008417
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Centre exhaust insecure
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    105,139 miles
    Test number
    644784321214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail105,139 miles (+8,016)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,139 miles
    Test number
    249868567315
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass97,123 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    97,123 miles
    Test number
    739639215100
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3.00mm. disc average (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear seal belts not full checked due to childseat fitted

  10. Fail97,090 miles (+7,265)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,090 miles
    Test number
    548943066085
    • FailureNearside Front Upper 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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3.00mm. disc average (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear seal belts not full checked due to childseat fitted

  11. Pass89,825 miles (+6,197)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,825 miles
    Test number
    418230405102
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  12. Pass83,628 miles (+6,280)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,628 miles
    Test number
    119912194005
    • DangerousBOTTOM PULLEY HAS BROKEN & NEEDS REPLACING

  13. Pass77,348 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    77,348 miles
    Test number
    535222693016
    • NoteBoth rear tyre bald on inside edge
    • NoteSmoke emissions too clean to register on the smoke meter

  14. Fail77,348 miles (+4,668)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,348 miles
    Test number
    667942893071
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre bald on inside edge
    • NoteSmoke emissions too clean to register on the smoke meter

  15. Pass72,680 miles7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    72,680 miles
    Test number
    256988452021
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass72,680 miles (+7,853)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    72,680 miles
    Test number
    319628452004
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail64,827 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,827 miles
    Test number
    464634780244
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear lower balljoint.

  18. Pass64,827 miles (+12,462)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    64,827 miles
    Test number
    732384880245
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear lower balljoint.

  19. Pass52,365 miles (+5,800)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    52,365 miles
    Test number
    132100149210
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn(JUST ON LIMIT)

  20. Pass46,565 miles (+3,350)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,565 miles
    Test number
    564815748288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,215 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    43,215 miles
    Test number
    131635257371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,147 miles
    Test number
    912163037345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 VEM

Does LX54 VEM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 VEM expired on 14 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 VEM?
The MOT on LX54 VEM expired on 14 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 VEM done?
LX54 VEM was recorded at 234,070 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2022, an average of 12,760 miles a year.
Has LX54 VEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 VEM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on LX54 VEM 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 LX54 VEM find?
LX54 VEM passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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