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BMW 540

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 4,398 cc

P54 TKXMOT history

P54 TKX is a blue petrol BMW 540 first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 109,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

P54 TKX blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
109,759 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2023
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P54 TKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P54 TKX was last recorded at 109,759 miles on 7 Jan 2023, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2016.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,742 miles · 13 Oct 2016
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 109,759 miles
  • 2016 – 109,742 miles
  • 2015 – 107,811 miles
  • 2014 – 107,474 miles
  • 2013 – 106,030 miles
  • 2011 – 104,520 miles
  • 2010 – 102,037 miles
  • 2009 – 99,985 miles
  • 2008 – 97,038 miles
  • 2007 – 94,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 nsr osr (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFuel pipes corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    992925598709
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 nsr osr (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  2. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    605896012940
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,759 miles (+17)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,759 miles
    Test number
    599705985661
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass109,742 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,742 miles
    Test number
    835271405825
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  5. Fail109,741 miles (+1,930)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,741 miles
    Test number
    873206881665
    • FailureAll position lamps not working no lights at all working !!!! (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  6. Pass107,811 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    107,811 miles
    Test number
    535005825179
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  7. Fail107,811 miles (+337)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,811 miles
    Test number
    686631315142
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  8. Pass107,474 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,474 miles
    Test number
    589888994084
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  9. Fail107,471 miles (+1,441)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,471 miles
    Test number
    147291994028
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  10. Pass106,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    106,030 miles
    Test number
    707197383063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail106,030 miles (+1,510)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,030 miles
    Test number
    525556383039
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass104,520 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    104,520 miles
    Test number
    216750941388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail104,518 miles (+2,481)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,518 miles
    Test number
    377585531354
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass102,037 miles (+72)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    102,037 miles
    Test number
    893242630157
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight noise on nearside front bearing .

  15. Fail101,965 miles (+1,980)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,965 miles
    Test number
    590990420116
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight noise on nearside front bearing .

  16. Pass99,985 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    99,985 miles
    Test number
    204304489088
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Fail99,985 miles (+2,947)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,985 miles
    Test number
    871573489024
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass97,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    97,038 miles
    Test number
    322076768027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail97,038 miles (+2,570)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,038 miles
    Test number
    653024368010
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass94,468 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    94,468 miles
    Test number
    183874467053
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail94,468 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,468 miles
    Test number
    904944167066
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P54 TKX

Does P54 TKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P54 TKX is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P54 TKX?
The MOT on P54 TKX is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P54 TKX done?
P54 TKX was recorded at 109,759 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2023, an average of 965 miles a year.
Has P54 TKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P54 TKX has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2016.
Has the mileage on P54 TKX 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 P54 TKX find?
P54 TKX passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 nsr osr; fuel pipes corroded.

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