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BMW 535

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S33 PLTMOT history

S33 PLT is a blue diesel BMW 535 first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 166,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

S33 PLT blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
166,411 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,608 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 PLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 PLT was last recorded at 166,411 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,411 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,608 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,411 miles
  • 2025 – 154,728 miles
  • 2024 – 144,431 miles
  • 2023 – 136,305 miles
  • 2022 – 125,645 miles
  • 2021 – 117,540 miles
  • 2020 – 114,430 miles
  • 2019 – 101,236 miles
  • 2018 – 85,011 miles
  • 2017 – 73,571 miles
  • 2016 – 52,633 miles
  • 2015 – 47,335 miles
  • 2014 – 40,313 miles
  • 2013 – 33,063 miles
  • 2012 – 26,588 miles
  • 2011 – 21,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,411 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Both reverse lights not working. Strong Advise.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn Strong Advise.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,411 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    166,411 miles
    Test number
    176677307242
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  2. Fail166,411 miles (+11,683)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,411 miles
    Test number
    960073032534
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass154,728 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    154,728 miles
    Test number
    602281404135
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn Strong Advise. (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth reverse lights not working. Strong Advise.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail154,728 miles (+10,297)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,728 miles
    Test number
    464519432987
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn Strong Advise. (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth reverse lights not working. Strong Advise.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,431 miles (+8,126)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    144,431 miles
    Test number
    833858421297
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn Strong Advise. (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth reverse lights not working. Strong Advise.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. Strong Advise. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm and worn low on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm, worn smooth and out of shape on inner edge. Strong Advise. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass136,305 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    136,305 miles
    Test number
    133468715790
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3.5mm and wearing low on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Reverse light not working.

  7. Fail136,305 miles (+10,660)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,305 miles
    Test number
    492953493466
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Dust cover split open. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3.5mm and wearing low on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Reverse light not working.

  8. Pass125,645 miles (+8,105)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    125,645 miles
    Test number
    593929535129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass117,540 miles (+3,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    117,540 miles
    Test number
    339253121135
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  10. Pass114,430 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    114,430 miles
    Test number
    181220567598
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s reverse light not working.

  11. Fail114,430 miles (+13,194)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,430 miles
    Test number
    672432844013
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s reverse light not working.

  12. Pass101,236 miles (+16,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    101,236 miles
    Test number
    646582413164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth and close to cords on inner and outer edges. Strong Advise. (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass85,011 miles (+11,440)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,011 miles
    Test number
    279641735116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 3 - 4mm. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.5mm. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2mm. (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass73,571 miles (+20,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,571 miles
    Test number
    659395476804
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 3 - 4mm. (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass52,633 miles (+5,298)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,633 miles
    Test number
    298060464360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,335 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,335 miles
    Test number
    227798155011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass47,335 miles (+7,022)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,335 miles
    Test number
    697568355079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,313 miles (+623)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    40,313 miles
    Test number
    955159154055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,690 miles (+6,627)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    39,690 miles
    Test number
    395847914079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,063 miles (+6,475)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    33,063 miles
    Test number
    467535543060
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass26,588 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    26,588 miles
    Test number
    186543752427
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail26,588 miles (+4,696)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,588 miles
    Test number
    705843852066
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass21,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,892 miles
    Test number
    148637141076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S33 PLT

Does S33 PLT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 PLT is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 PLT?
The MOT on S33 PLT is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 PLT done?
S33 PLT was recorded at 166,411 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 9,608 miles a year.
Has S33 PLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 PLT has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S33 PLT 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 S33 PLT find?
S33 PLT passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; parking brake lever worn, but not excessively.

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