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BMW 528

Silver and Grey · Petrol · 1996 · 2,793 cc

P657 DFRMOT history

P657 DFR is a silver and grey petrol BMW 528 first used on 31 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 342,231 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

P657 DFR silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
342,231 km
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,042 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P657 DFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Silver and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
31 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P657 DFR was last recorded at 342,231 km on 5 Jan 2026, 4,182 km more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jan 2022: 323,791 km, lower than 324,110 km on 17 Jan 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
338,049 km · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,182 km
Average per year
10,042 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 342,231 km
  • 2025 – 338,049 km
  • 2024 – 335,048 km
  • 2023 – 332,476 km
  • 2022 – 323,791 km
  • 2021 – 320,759 km
  • 2020 – 317,843 km
  • 2019 – 306,303 km
  • 2018 – 295,789 km
  • 2017 – 283,416 km
  • 2016 – 271,563 km
  • 2015 – 260,047 km
  • 2013 – 236,026 km
  • 2012 – 222,016 km
  • 2011 – 209,414 km
  • 2010 – 194,967 km
  • 2009 – 182,586 km
  • 2008 – 166,603 km
  • 2007 – 154,666 km
  • 2006 – 141,615 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass342,231 km
  • AdvisoryEngine cover and under body trims fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Hose weeping (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack weeping (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill dented and corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Under body trims fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass342,231 km (+4,182)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    342,231 km
    Test number
    130957489789
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under body trims fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Hose weeping (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack weeping (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill dented and corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass338,049 km (+3,001)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    338,049 km
    Test number
    773816426154
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack boot (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass335,048 km (+2,572)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    335,048 km
    Test number
    822438378935
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under body trims fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering reservoir/pipe damp (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Cable outer layer corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Damp on steering rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass332,476 km (+8,685)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    332,476 km
    Test number
    501872272970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Screw in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body trims fitted

  5. Pass323,791 km (-319)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    323,791 km
    Test number
    825925700460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body trims fitted

  6. Fail324,110 km4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    324,110 km
    Test number
    934871957744
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body trims fitted

  7. Pass320,760 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    320,760 miles
    Test number
    143414805675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail320,759 km (+2,916)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    320,759 km
    Test number
    587418070262
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower ball joint boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass317,843 km (+11,540)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    317,843 km
    Test number
    411303064617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass306,303 km
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    306,303 km
    Test number
    130455772411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail306,303 km (+10,514)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    306,303 km
    Test number
    728784550554
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass295,789 km
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    295,789 km
    Test number
    944265330741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail295,789 km (+12,373)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    295,789 km
    Test number
    653771294220
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass283,416 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    283,416 km
    Test number
    693715222995
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail283,416 km (+11,853)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,416 km
    Test number
    355046847192
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass271,563 km
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    271,563 km
    Test number
    675041712986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass260,047 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    260,047 miles
    Test number
    538656515037
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail260,047 km1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,047 km
    Test number
    379144015028
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass247,597 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    247,597 miles
    Test number
    867488504084
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Pass236,026 km (+304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    236,026 km
    Test number
    919264413018
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  21. Fail235,722 km (+13,706)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,722 km
    Test number
    427428603024
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass222,016 km (+12,602)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    222,016 km
    Test number
    156902412022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass209,414 km (+14,447)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    209,414 km
    Test number
    125733711044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s front fog light not working

  24. Pass194,967 km (+12,381)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    194,967 km
    Test number
    834714510032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass182,586 km (+15,983)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    182,586 km
    Test number
    380752329010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass166,603 km (+11,937)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    166,603 km
    Test number
    191973508432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass154,666 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    154,666 km
    Test number
    840762817029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail154,666 km (+13,051)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,666 km
    Test number
    992662217011
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  29. Pass141,615 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    141,615 km
    Test number
    870253516074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P657 DFR

Does P657 DFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P657 DFR is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on P657 DFR?
The MOT on P657 DFR is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P657 DFR done?
P657 DFR was recorded at 342,231 km at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 10,042 km a year.
Has P657 DFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P657 DFR has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on P657 DFR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Jan 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P657 DFR find?
P657 DFR passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 9 advisories: engine cover and under body trims fitted; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage hose weeping, and 6 more.

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