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BMW 528

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S59 SBPMOT history

S59 SBP is a silver petrol BMW 528 first used on 1 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 192,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

S59 SBP 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 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
192,494 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S59 SBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S59 SBP was last recorded at 192,494 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,449 miles · 11 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
4,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 192,494 miles
  • 2025 – 190,255 miles
  • 2022 – 185,730 miles
  • 2021 – 180,625 miles
  • 2020 – 175,862 miles
  • 2019 – 170,188 miles
  • 2018 – 160,465 miles
  • 2017 – 151,962 miles
  • 2013 – 150,206 miles
  • 2012 – 145,575 miles
  • 2011 – 141,537 miles
  • 2010 – 136,419 miles
  • 2009 – 126,816 miles
  • 2008 – 121,869 miles
  • 2007 – 110,634 miles
  • 2006 – 99,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,494 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))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.

  • No warning lights on dash time of test

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • N/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,494 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    192,494 miles
    Test number
    697448961097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  2. Fail192,449 miles (+2,194)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,449 miles
    Test number
    551576913925
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  3. Pass190,255 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    190,255 miles
    Test number
    446110314817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail190,200 miles (+4,470)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,200 miles
    Test number
    507668954006
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Started to overheat (CO levels high) (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high Unable to adjust on test (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass185,730 miles (+5,105)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    185,730 miles
    Test number
    203287275789
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass180,625 miles (+73)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    180,625 miles
    Test number
    142673523791
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers
    • AdvisoryNo warning lights on dash time of test

  7. Fail180,552 miles (+4,690)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,552 miles
    Test number
    745758731807
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers
    • AdvisoryNo warning lights on dash time of test

  8. Pass175,862 miles (+5,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    175,862 miles
    Test number
    888559879890
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo warning lights on dash time of test
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass170,188 miles (+9,723)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    170,188 miles
    Test number
    353167471225
    • AdvisoryNo warning lights on dash time of test
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass160,465 miles (+8,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    160,465 miles
    Test number
    781227895919
    • AdvisoryNo warning lights on dash time of test
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s outer sills plastic covers

  11. Pass151,962 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    151,962 miles
    Test number
    420738280206
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

  12. Fail151,921 miles (+1,715)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,921 miles
    Test number
    753149766167
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

  13. Pass150,206 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    150,206 miles
    Test number
    159147323175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail150,199 miles (+4,624)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,199 miles
    Test number
    128420823178
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass145,575 miles (+4,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    145,575 miles
    Test number
    626913102183
    • 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)

  16. Pass141,537 miles (+5,118)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    141,537 miles
    Test number
    859334621126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass136,419 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    136,419 miles
    Test number
    964232210133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail136,266 miles (+9,450)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,266 miles
    Test number
    423940810166
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass126,816 miles (+4,947)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    126,816 miles
    Test number
    223923549425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass121,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    121,869 miles
    Test number
    650531458113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail121,869 miles (+11,235)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,869 miles
    Test number
    194543548171
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass110,634 miles (+11,336)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    110,634 miles
    Test number
    644174557078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass99,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    99,298 miles
    Test number
    313639166011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail99,298 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,298 miles
    Test number
    181189266013
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S59 SBP

Does S59 SBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S59 SBP is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S59 SBP?
The MOT on S59 SBP is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S59 SBP done?
S59 SBP was recorded at 192,494 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 4,562 miles a year.
Has S59 SBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S59 SBP has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S59 SBP 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 S59 SBP find?
S59 SBP passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front valve stem slightly damaged.

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