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BMW 528

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

R577 WBYMOT history

R577 WBY is a blue petrol BMW 528 first used on 27 Nov 1997. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 164,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2021.

R577 WBY blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2022
Mileage
164,945 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2021
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R577 WBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
27 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

R577 WBY was last recorded at 164,945 miles on 16 Dec 2021, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,929 miles · 14 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
4,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 164,945 miles
  • 2020 – 163,478 miles
  • 2019 – 160,226 miles
  • 2018 – 156,632 miles
  • 2017 – 151,842 miles
  • 2016 – 144,639 miles
  • 2015 – 137,777 miles
  • 2014 – 131,243 miles
  • 2013 – 127,615 miles
  • 2012 – 123,894 miles
  • 2011 – 119,849 miles
  • 2010 – 115,024 miles
  • 2009 – 109,865 miles
  • 2008 – 105,374 miles
  • 2007 – 102,631 miles
  • 2006 – 97,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,945 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive at rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,945 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    164,945 miles
    Test number
    140040302765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail164,929 miles (+7)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,929 miles
    Test number
    322190354007
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail164,922 miles (+35)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,922 miles
    Test number
    850076834700
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting fractured front hub carrier cracked at pinch bolt at lower clamp for strut (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise unable to check welding at floor and sills properly due to plastic covers being fitted and hiding the repairs
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower suspension arm inner bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail164,887 miles (+1,409)2 dangerous11 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,887 miles
    Test number
    420701501606
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported at join to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass163,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    163,478 miles
    Test number
    863115770899
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail163,478 miles (+3,252)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,478 miles
    Test number
    170862219525
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass160,226 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    160,226 miles
    Test number
    748746936972
    • AdvisoryCentral Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail160,178 miles (+3,546)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,178 miles
    Test number
    498295939402
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass156,632 miles (+327)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    156,632 miles
    Test number
    175646758245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail156,305 miles (+4,463)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,305 miles
    Test number
    313595830977
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded lower inner sill holed (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort n/s 87 o/s193 (3.7.B.5a)

  11. Pass151,842 miles (+7,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    151,842 miles
    Test number
    953225875646
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  12. Pass144,639 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    144,639 miles
    Test number
    307081517345
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  13. Fail144,639 miles (+6,862)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,639 miles
    Test number
    505613811756
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  14. Pass137,777 miles (+6,534)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    137,777 miles
    Test number
    168542165471
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic covers on sills

  15. Pass131,243 miles (+3,628)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    131,243 miles
    Test number
    468447974025
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear anti-roll bar linkages poor condition
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield corrosion

  16. Pass127,615 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    127,615 miles
    Test number
    349561883009
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteGear box and diff oil leaks

  17. Fail127,615 miles (+3,721)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,615 miles
    Test number
    928601983042
    • FailureAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteGear box and diff oil leaks

  18. Pass123,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    123,894 miles
    Test number
    846410482038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail123,894 miles (+4,045)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,894 miles
    Test number
    845930282005
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass119,849 miles (+4,825)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    119,849 miles
    Test number
    245444681044
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteO/s/f headlamp reflector loose
    • NoteO/s/r park brake efficency down slightly

  21. Pass115,024 miles (+5,159)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    115,024 miles
    Test number
    342994770096
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  22. Pass109,865 miles (+4,491)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    109,865 miles
    Test number
    181485479492
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  23. Pass105,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    105,374 miles
    Test number
    784825388036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail105,374 miles (+2,743)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,374 miles
    Test number
    902855388046
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass102,631 miles (+4,897)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    102,631 miles
    Test number
    502006287082
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes rusty
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low
    • NoteBoth steering rack boots damp
    • NoteOil leak at rear axle and at gearbox

  26. Pass97,734 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    97,734 miles
    Test number
    372120996087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail97,728 miles3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,728 miles
    Test number
    350049486092
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipes rusty
    • NoteTailpipe heat shield loose

Questions about R577 WBY

Does R577 WBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R577 WBY expired on 15 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R577 WBY?
The MOT on R577 WBY expired on 15 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R577 WBY done?
R577 WBY was recorded at 164,945 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2021, an average of 4,277 miles a year.
Has R577 WBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R577 WBY has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on R577 WBY 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 R577 WBY find?
R577 WBY passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2021 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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