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BMW 535

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,498 cc

S46 PGFMOT history

S46 PGF is a silver petrol BMW 535 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 97,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2023.

S46 PGF silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2024
Mileage
97,423 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S46 PGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S46 PGF was last recorded at 97,423 miles on 21 Aug 2023, 2,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,298 miles · 23 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
2,125 miles
Average per year
2,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 97,423 miles
  • 2022 – 95,298 miles
  • 2021 – 91,504 miles
  • 2020 – 89,529 miles
  • 2019 – 87,741 miles
  • 2018 – 86,036 miles
  • 2017 – 83,535 miles
  • 2016 – 80,731 miles
  • 2015 – 78,275 miles
  • 2014 – 76,056 miles
  • 2013 – 74,334 miles
  • 2012 – 73,318 miles
  • 2011 – 72,033 miles
  • 2010 – 68,503 miles
  • 2009 – 65,878 miles
  • 2008 – 62,963 miles
  • 2007 – 57,850 miles
  • 2006 – 51,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,423 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,423 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    97,423 miles
    Test number
    368250439255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,423 miles (+2,125)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,423 miles
    Test number
    111271682931
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,298 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    95,298 miles
    Test number
    452197668529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail95,294 miles (+3,790)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,294 miles
    Test number
    564900538239
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass91,504 miles (+1,975)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    91,504 miles
    Test number
    437037938813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,529 miles (+1,788)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    89,529 miles
    Test number
    903421570315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass87,741 miles (+1,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    87,741 miles
    Test number
    691897925846
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass86,036 miles (+2,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,036 miles
    Test number
    556074003273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass83,535 miles (+2,804)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,535 miles
    Test number
    600488720289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,731 miles (+2,456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,731 miles
    Test number
    426870106318
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass78,275 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,275 miles
    Test number
    814783785030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail78,275 miles (+2,219)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,275 miles
    Test number
    423983832118
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass76,056 miles (+1,722)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    76,056 miles
    Test number
    969568114270
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteOffside mirror glass deteriorating

  14. Pass74,334 miles (+1,016)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    74,334 miles
    Test number
    289358723229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,318 miles (+1,285)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    73,318 miles
    Test number
    599244632266
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished + worn on edges
    • NoteOuter side wall damage to nearside front tyre

  16. Pass72,033 miles (+3,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    72,033 miles
    Test number
    529899621289
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass68,503 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    68,503 miles
    Test number
    480836430262
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  18. Fail68,503 miles (+2,625)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,503 miles
    Test number
    352922730272
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  19. Pass65,878 miles (+2,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,878 miles
    Test number
    192282029247
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass62,963 miles (+5,113)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    62,963 miles
    Test number
    172016628209
    • NoteSlight side wall damage to nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass57,850 miles (+6,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    57,850 miles
    Test number
    863038117276
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass51,600 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    51,600 miles
    Test number
    790910916240
    • NotePlay in n/s r suspension top stableizer bar

Questions about S46 PGF

Does S46 PGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S46 PGF expired on 23 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S46 PGF?
The MOT on S46 PGF expired on 23 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S46 PGF done?
S46 PGF was recorded at 97,423 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2023, an average of 2,686 miles a year.
Has S46 PGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S46 PGF has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S46 PGF 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 S46 PGF find?
S46 PGF passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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