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BMW 535

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

S16 LPRMOT history

S16 LPR is a silver diesel BMW 535 first used on 23 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 152,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

S16 LPR silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
152,012 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 LPR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 LPR was last recorded at 152,012 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,011 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,012 miles
  • 2024 – 140,396 miles
  • 2023 – 130,725 miles
  • 2022 – 119,525 miles
  • 2021 – 106,276 miles
  • 2020 – 91,884 miles
  • 2019 – 78,578 miles
  • 2018 – 69,975 miles
  • 2017 – 68,541 miles
  • 2016 – 63,923 miles
  • 2015 – 58,301 miles
  • 2014 – 53,002 miles
  • 2013 – 48,304 miles
  • 2012 – 43,524 miles
  • 2011 – 40,878 miles
  • 2010 – 36,112 miles
  • 2009 – 31,555 miles
  • 2008 – 27,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,012 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,012 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    152,012 miles
    Test number
    227821039659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail152,011 miles (+216)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,011 miles
    Test number
    714740452310
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail151,795 miles (+11,399)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,795 miles
    Test number
    992135855456
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) bad

  4. Pass140,396 miles (+9,671)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    140,396 miles
    Test number
    848262767574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel has 3 WELD repairs close together
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel has 2 WELD repairs

  5. Pass130,725 miles (+11,200)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    130,725 miles
    Test number
    719754458211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass119,525 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    119,525 miles
    Test number
    719049196459
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes perished and peeling
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

  7. Fail119,525 miles (+13,249)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,525 miles
    Test number
    502034416674
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes perished and peeling
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

  8. Pass106,276 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    106,276 miles
    Test number
    597180348571
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion around underbody areas
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

  9. Fail106,276 miles (+14,392)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,276 miles
    Test number
    746557332026
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion around underbody areas
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

  10. Pass91,884 miles (+13,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    91,884 miles
    Test number
    312138848369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35r19 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass78,578 miles (+8,603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    78,578 miles
    Test number
    275734914145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass69,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    69,975 miles
    Test number
    498354870460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,975 miles (+1,434)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,975 miles
    Test number
    896037144222
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass68,541 miles (+4,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,541 miles
    Test number
    558256456048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass63,923 miles (+5,622)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,923 miles
    Test number
    219446749394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,301 miles (+5,299)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,301 miles
    Test number
    167490665196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,002 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,002 miles
    Test number
    868070564194
    • NoteExhaust flexy worn

  18. FailMileage not read3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    648355954102
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust flexy worn

  19. Pass48,304 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,304 miles
    Test number
    928250453183
    • NoteFront anti roll bar corroded
    • NoteUnable to see front brake pads clearly

  20. Fail48,300 miles (+4,776)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,300 miles
    Test number
    476589943195
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar corroded
    • NoteUnable to see front brake pads clearly

  21. Pass43,524 miles (+2,646)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    43,524 miles
    Test number
    967452152191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,878 miles (+4,766)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,878 miles
    Test number
    656397651145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,112 miles (+4,557)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,112 miles
    Test number
    612899060159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,555 miles (+3,837)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,555 miles
    Test number
    174512559137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    27,718 miles
    Test number
    241069828169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,718 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,718 miles
    Test number
    734518628114
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about S16 LPR

Does S16 LPR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 LPR is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S16 LPR?
The MOT on S16 LPR is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 LPR done?
S16 LPR was recorded at 152,012 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 7,063 miles a year.
Has S16 LPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 LPR has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S16 LPR 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 S16 LPR find?
S16 LPR passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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