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BMW 528

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S794 MLOMOT history

S794 MLO is a green petrol BMW 528 first used on 10 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 164,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2022.

S794 MLO green 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 14 Nov 2023
Mileage
164,175 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S794 MLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S794 MLO was last recorded at 164,175 miles on 15 Nov 2022, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Oct 2022: 164,122 miles, lower than 180,831 miles on 19 Oct 2021.

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
164,122 miles · 18 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
5,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 164,175 miles
  • 2021 – 180,831 miles
  • 2020 – 157,753 miles
  • 2019 – 143,373 miles
  • 2018 – 130,905 miles
  • 2017 – 113,218 miles
  • 2016 – 95,355 miles
  • 2015 – 92,208 miles
  • 2014 – 91,790 miles
  • 2013 – 89,900 miles
  • 2012 – 87,638 miles
  • 2011 – 83,858 miles
  • 2010 – 81,256 miles
  • 2009 – 78,733 miles
  • 2008 – 75,221 miles
  • 2007 – 72,610 miles
  • 2006 – 69,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,175 miles

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.

  • Front wipers poor both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,175 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    164,175 miles
    Test number
    759858881890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail164,122 miles (-16,709)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,122 miles
    Test number
    255462551638
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Dust cover split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil springs corroding.
    • AdvisoryLower Plastic sideskirts fitted obscuring potential corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe below hose corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear wheel arches corroding.
    • AdvisoryRear Coil springs corroding.
  3. Pass180,831 miles (+23,078)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    180,831 miles
    Test number
    603284527643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass157,753 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    157,753 miles
    Test number
    289897410196
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail157,744 miles (+14,371)1 dangerous10 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,744 miles
    Test number
    270087818683
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides both edges (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass143,373 miles (+12,468)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    143,373 miles
    Test number
    376647448548
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass130,905 miles (+17,687)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    130,905 miles
    Test number
    589500618741
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass113,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    113,218 miles
    Test number
    417917125935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail113,218 miles (+17,863)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,218 miles
    Test number
    771445607986
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  10. Pass95,355 miles (+3,147)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    95,355 miles
    Test number
    350913360011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,208 miles (+418)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,208 miles
    Test number
    612350517251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,790 miles (+1,890)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    91,790 miles
    Test number
    277930194206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,900 miles (+2,262)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    89,900 miles
    Test number
    116775893256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,638 miles (+3,780)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    87,638 miles
    Test number
    165716182276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,858 miles (+2,602)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    83,858 miles
    Test number
    766604701339
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine bay covers / undertray & floor pan mouldings giving restricted views
  16. Pass81,256 miles (+2,523)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    81,256 miles
    Test number
    100660180202
    • NoteLarge undertray & floor pan mouldings giving restricted views
  17. Pass78,733 miles (+3,512)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    78,733 miles
    Test number
    303507089261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBrake resevoir concealed
    • NoteEngine / bay covers & under guards fitted , restricted views
    • NoteImbalance on front brakes on lockout
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp lense cracked
  18. Pass75,221 miles (+2,611)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    75,221 miles
    Test number
    344532208351
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAll tyres cracking
    • NoteEngine / bay covers & undertrays fitted , inspection restricted
    • NoteImbalance on rear brakes
    • NoteP.a.s. / ancillary belt cracking , recommend replace
  19. Pass72,610 miles (+2,771)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    72,610 miles
    Test number
    221214807348
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFluctuation on o/s handbrake
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking
    • NoteNoise n/s/r wheel , suspect handbrake
    • NoteRear brake discs corroding
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front / rear brake & handbrake
  20. Pass69,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    69,839 miles
    Test number
    734101506357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S794 MLO

Does S794 MLO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S794 MLO expired on 14 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S794 MLO?
The MOT on S794 MLO expired on 14 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S794 MLO done?
S794 MLO was recorded at 164,175 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2022, an average of 5,878 miles a year.
Has S794 MLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S794 MLO has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S794 MLO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Oct 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S794 MLO find?
S794 MLO passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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