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BMW 540

Grey · Petrol · 1997 · 4,398 cc

P283 SVLMOT history

P283 SVL is a grey petrol BMW 540 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 73,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
73,363 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P283 SVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
25 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P283 SVL was last recorded at 73,363 miles on 25 May 2026, 129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,234 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
129 miles
Average per year
1,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,363 miles
  • 2025 – 73,234 miles
  • 2024 – 72,873 miles
  • 2023 – 72,580 miles
  • 2021 – 72,153 miles
  • 2020 – 71,788 miles
  • 2019 – 71,201 miles
  • 2018 – 71,152 miles
  • 2017 – 69,734 miles
  • 2015 – 67,453 miles
  • 2013 – 66,165 miles
  • 2012 – 65,318 miles
  • 2011 – 64,607 miles
  • 2010 – 60,941 miles
  • 2009 – 57,390 miles
  • 2008 – 54,664 miles
  • 2007 – 52,356 miles
  • 2006 – 49,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,363 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,363 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    73,363 miles
    Test number
    781614443725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass73,234 miles (+361)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    73,234 miles
    Test number
    107033959696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,873 miles (+293)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    72,873 miles
    Test number
    131821533836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass72,580 miles (+427)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    72,580 miles
    Test number
    501113174021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,153 miles (+365)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    72,153 miles
    Test number
    235240698348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,788 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,788 miles
    Test number
    489211290910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail71,782 miles (+581)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,782 miles
    Test number
    311791419543
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill back (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill back (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass71,201 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,201 miles
    Test number
    818826672910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,152 miles (+1,418)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    71,152 miles
    Test number
    459719072806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,734 miles (+2,281)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,734 miles
    Test number
    652423233750
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased, some corrosion present, does not appear excessive
    • AdvisoryHandbrake needs very firm pull to achieve minimum 16% effort and may need repair
    • AdvisoryUndertrays prevent full inspection of underside

  11. Pass67,453 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,453 miles
    Test number
    979412785127
    • NoteHandbrake requires very firm pull to reach minimum 16%
    • NoteNon-obligatory offside front foglight damaged

  12. Fail67,447 miles (+1,282)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,447 miles
    Test number
    796452485101
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHandbrake requires very firm pull to reach minimum 16%
    • NoteNon-obligatory offside front foglight damaged

  13. Pass66,165 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,165 miles
    Test number
    885250283267
    • NoteBrake pipes heavily greased, some corrosion present, does not appear excessive
    • NoteUnusual tyre wear starting to offside front inner edge

  14. Fail66,165 miles (+847)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,165 miles
    Test number
    718144473296
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pipes heavily greased, some corrosion present, does not appear excessive
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has unusual wear on inner edge
    • NoteSlight perishing/cracking started to nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnusual tyre wear starting to offside front inner edge

  15. Pass65,318 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,318 miles
    Test number
    657704842298
    • NoteRemaining brake pipes heavily greased, some corrosion present, does not appear excessive
    • NoteSeveral brake pipes covered by two undertrays, corrosion must be present, unable to inspect

  16. Fail65,317 miles (+710)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,317 miles
    Test number
    255042342210
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRemaining brake pipes heavily greased, some corrosion present, does not appear excessive
    • NoteSeveral brake pipes covered by two undertrays, corrosion must be present, unable to inspect

  17. Pass64,607 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    64,607 miles
    Test number
    247588081173
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased, some corrosion present, does not appear excessive

  18. Fail64,607 miles (+3,666)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,607 miles
    Test number
    469567981171
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass60,941 miles (+3,551)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    60,941 miles
    Test number
    274966660187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,390 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    57,390 miles
    Test number
    500861029157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,664 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    54,664 miles
    Test number
    543232828102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Fail54,659 miles (+2,303)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,659 miles
    Test number
    423870628149
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass52,356 miles (+3,036)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    52,356 miles
    Test number
    554548627172
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn to legal limit on inner edge.

  24. Pass49,320 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    49,320 miles
    Test number
    124647766043
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to corrode on inner surface.

Questions about P283 SVL

Does P283 SVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P283 SVL is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P283 SVL?
The MOT on P283 SVL is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P283 SVL done?
P283 SVL was recorded at 73,363 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2026, an average of 1,189 miles a year.
Has P283 SVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P283 SVL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on P283 SVL 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 P283 SVL find?
P283 SVL passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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