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BMW 535

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S16 NJLMOT history

S16 NJL is a silver diesel BMW 535 first used on 23 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 175,324 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

S16 NJL 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 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
175,324 km
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 NJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 NJL was last recorded at 175,324 km on 23 Mar 2026.

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,324 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,324 km

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all rear underbody and outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,324 km
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    175,324 km
    Test number
    445167145429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass103,541 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    103,541 miles
    Test number
    221407696678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. Fail103,488 miles (+1,503)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,488 miles
    Test number
    955185488443
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass101,985 miles (+2,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    101,985 miles
    Test number
    431797622636
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass99,941 miles (+11)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    99,941 miles
    Test number
    282069061327
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all rear underbody and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall cut almost to inner cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm outer bush at hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail99,930 miles (+1,371)1 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,930 miles
    Test number
    764493493933
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all rear underbody and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall cut almost to inner cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm outer bush at hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass98,559 miles (+139)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    98,559 miles
    Test number
    653542901094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear low effort on handbrake
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail98,420 miles (+5,333)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,420 miles
    Test number
    164179806811
    • MajorFront Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when brake applied (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp headlamps when brake applied (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass93,087 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    93,087 miles
    Test number
    677816393958
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush on wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush on wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail93,077 miles (+3,491)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,077 miles
    Test number
    465821058519
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush on wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush on wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass89,586 miles (+7,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    89,586 miles
    Test number
    972554081397
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass82,484 miles (+5,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,484 miles
    Test number
    485033738070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
  13. Pass76,755 miles (+6,850)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,755 miles
    Test number
    837088842723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass69,905 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    69,905 miles
    Test number
    877382688575
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail69,905 miles (+7,426)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,905 miles
    Test number
    428188795161
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass62,479 miles (+5,989)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,479 miles
    Test number
    408467695171
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass56,490 miles (+7,994)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,490 miles
    Test number
    357590294181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,496 miles (+10,783)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,496 miles
    Test number
    816299993147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,713 miles (+11,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,713 miles
    Test number
    397132412459
    • 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)
  20. Pass26,642 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,642 miles
    Test number
    745184271175
    • 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)

Questions about S16 NJL

Does S16 NJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 NJL is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 NJL?
The MOT on S16 NJL is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 NJL done?
S16 NJL was recorded at 175,324 km at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026.
Has S16 NJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 NJL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S16 NJL 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 NJL find?
S16 NJL passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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