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BMW 535

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,498 cc

S751 MGMMOT history

S751 MGM is a silver petrol BMW 535 first used on 19 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 153,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2024.

S751 MGM silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2024
Mileage
153,142 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2024
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S751 MGM
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
19 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S751 MGM was last recorded at 153,142 miles on 23 Oct 2024, 2,669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Apr 2019: 131,553 miles, lower than 132,477 miles on 9 Jul 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
150,473 miles · 26 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2,669 miles
Average per year
5,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 153,142 miles
  • 2023 – 150,473 miles
  • 2022 – 145,592 miles
  • 2021 – 142,072 miles
  • 2019 – 131,553 miles
  • 2018 – 132,477 miles
  • 2017 – 122,836 miles
  • 2016 – 111,464 miles
  • 2015 – 102,662 miles
  • 2014 – 99,434 miles
  • 2013 – 96,444 miles
  • 2012 – 94,150 miles
  • 2011 – 89,120 miles
  • 2010 – 73,776 miles
  • 2009 – 61,928 miles
  • 2008 – 57,967 miles
  • 2007 – 54,172 miles
  • 2006 – 49,677 miles
  • 2005 – 46,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail153,142 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed all aspects of emissions too high (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated brake flexy hose, and twisted, chaffed against shock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated brake flexy hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorPower steering malfunctioning only works correctly if revs applied (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm outer front bush ('integral link' bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber incorrectly mounted - base resting on bottom arm nut
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm outer front bush ('integral link' bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper rear control arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play idle arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 3 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail153,142 miles (+2,669)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,142 miles
    Test number
    258729475656
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed all aspects of emissions too high (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated brake flexy hose, and twisted, chaffed against shock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated brake flexy hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning only works correctly if revs applied (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm outer front bush ('integral link' bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber incorrectly mounted - base resting on bottom arm nut
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm outer front bush ('integral link' bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,473 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    150,473 miles
    Test number
    583025367935
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail150,473 miles (+4,881)15 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,473 miles
    Test number
    328899518502
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits failed all 3 at idle as well (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Power steering component insecure idle arm bush excessively worn (2.1.5 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass145,592 miles (+3,520)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    145,592 miles
    Test number
    304908084448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play idle arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass142,072 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    142,072 miles
    Test number
    966150048074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play idle arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floorpan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    926839435652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass131,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    131,553 miles
    Test number
    154274674336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,553 miles (-924)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,553 miles
    Test number
    132765710378
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up wrong way (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up wrong way (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Fail132,477 miles (+9,641)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,477 miles
    Test number
    339702101989
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass122,836 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    122,836 miles
    Test number
    895871500898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,765 miles (+11,301)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,765 miles
    Test number
    313306174592
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass111,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    111,464 miles
    Test number
    538201063620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail111,464 miles (+8,802)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,464 miles
    Test number
    632427044130
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  14. Pass102,662 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    102,662 miles
    Test number
    615701295187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail102,643 miles (+3,209)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,643 miles
    Test number
    337800695188
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass99,434 miles (+2,990)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    99,434 miles
    Test number
    256863594422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail96,444 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,444 miles
    Test number
    736371523234
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass96,444 miles (+2,294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    96,444 miles
    Test number
    755271723236
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass94,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    94,150 miles
    Test number
    405588722256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail94,150 miles (+5,030)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,150 miles
    Test number
    859768822203
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass89,120 miles (+62)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    89,120 miles
    Test number
    355778201237
    • NoteCut offside rear tyre outer sidewall

  22. Fail89,058 miles (+15,282)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,058 miles
    Test number
    155167101201
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteCut offside rear tyre outer sidewall

  23. Pass73,776 miles (+11,848)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    73,776 miles
    Test number
    432382900232
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteWould benifit from new wiper blades

  24. Pass61,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    61,928 miles
    Test number
    360105819274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail61,928 miles (+3,961)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,928 miles
    Test number
    824275019273
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass57,967 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    57,967 miles
    Test number
    432709888283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail57,960 miles (+3,788)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,960 miles
    Test number
    902557188276
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass54,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    54,172 miles
    Test number
    213383457257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail54,172 miles (+4,495)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,172 miles
    Test number
    200533457292
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  30. Pass49,677 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    49,677 miles
    Test number
    391720576242
    • NoteO/s & n/s front brake discs wearing & rusty on inner faces

  31. Fail49,677 miles (+3,388)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,677 miles
    Test number
    733740076258
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteO/s & n/s front brake discs wearing & rusty on inner faces

  32. Pass46,289 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    46,289 miles
    Test number
    220556845203
    • NoteCheck hand brake,performance low
    • NoteO/s & n/s front brake disc inner faces worn & rusty

Questions about S751 MGM

Does S751 MGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S751 MGM expired on 25 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S751 MGM?
The MOT on S751 MGM expired on 25 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S751 MGM done?
S751 MGM was recorded at 153,142 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2024, an average of 5,583 miles a year.
Has S751 MGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S751 MGM has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S751 MGM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Apr 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S751 MGM find?
S751 MGM failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2024 with 6 major defects and 5 advisories: emissions unable to be completed all aspects of emissions too high; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated brake flexy hose, and twisted, chaffed against shock; nearside front track rod end ball joint has excessive play, and 8 more.

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