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BMW 528

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S804 LBWMOT history

S804 LBW is a silver petrol BMW 528 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 146,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

S804 LBW 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 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
146,242 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S804 LBW
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 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S804 LBW was last recorded at 146,242 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,242 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,242 miles
  • 2025 – 144,905 miles
  • 2024 – 144,004 miles
  • 2023 – 143,478 miles
  • 2021 – 142,297 miles
  • 2020 – 140,835 miles
  • 2019 – 137,708 miles
  • 2018 – 133,027 miles
  • 2017 – 130,991 miles
  • 2016 – 128,732 miles
  • 2015 – 123,720 miles
  • 2014 – 122,108 miles
  • 2013 – 116,354 miles
  • 2012 – 112,031 miles
  • 2011 – 109,976 miles
  • 2010 – 107,280 miles
  • 2009 – 104,720 miles
  • 2008 – 102,116 miles
  • 2007 – 99,158 miles
  • 2006 – 97,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,242 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,242 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    146,242 miles
    Test number
    128074024149
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail146,242 miles (+1,337)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,242 miles
    Test number
    875354921653
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass144,905 miles (+901)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    144,905 miles
    Test number
    441306863889
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass144,004 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    144,004 miles
    Test number
    765559105599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail144,000 miles (+522)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,000 miles
    Test number
    814853046931
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass143,478 miles (+1,181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    143,478 miles
    Test number
    100691919268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass142,297 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    142,297 miles
    Test number
    396776953018
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail142,297 miles (+1,462)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,297 miles
    Test number
    809514676615
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass140,835 miles (+3,127)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    140,835 miles
    Test number
    310552033963
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear beside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass137,708 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,708 miles
    Test number
    267795646994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail137,708 miles (+4,681)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,708 miles
    Test number
    618919740618
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass133,027 miles (+2,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    133,027 miles
    Test number
    596124757521
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside rear brake flexi hoses slightly perished. Offside front drop link gaitor slightly deteriorated. nearside rear tyre perished sidewall and wearing inner edge.

  13. Pass130,991 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    130,991 miles
    Test number
    782311431963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake 16%only

  14. Fail130,991 miles (+2,259)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,991 miles
    Test number
    100296805436
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake 16%only

  15. Pass128,732 miles (+5,012)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    128,732 miles
    Test number
    685353151829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySlight eng oil leaks

  16. Pass123,720 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    123,720 miles
    Test number
    978711585177
    • NoteMetal brake pipes at side of fuel tank corroded

  17. Fail123,720 miles (+1,612)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,720 miles
    Test number
    999444775163
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteMetal brake pipes at side of fuel tank corroded

  18. Fail122,108 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,108 miles
    Test number
    925861974133
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre low and perished

  19. Pass122,108 miles (+5,754)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    122,108 miles
    Test number
    969741474199
    • NoteOffside rear tyre low and perished

  20. Pass116,354 miles (+4,323)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    116,354 miles
    Test number
    248898473120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly perished outer sidewall

  21. Pass112,031 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    112,031 miles
    Test number
    417258952128
    • NoteExternal headlamp lenses crazed beanm patterns ok at time of test

  22. Fail112,031 miles (+2,055)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,031 miles
    Test number
    659398852115
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExternal headlamp lenses crazed beanm patterns ok at time of test

  23. Pass109,976 miles (+2,696)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    109,976 miles
    Test number
    216948181189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass107,280 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    107,280 miles
    Test number
    400007980125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass104,720 miles (+2,604)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    104,720 miles
    Test number
    830209689155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass102,116 miles (+2,958)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    102,116 miles
    Test number
    200838198481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass99,158 miles (+2,059)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    99,158 miles
    Test number
    283985097434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass97,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    97,099 miles
    Test number
    542980806231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail97,099 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,099 miles
    Test number
    854128396110
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S804 LBW

Does S804 LBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S804 LBW is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S804 LBW?
The MOT on S804 LBW is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S804 LBW done?
S804 LBW was recorded at 146,242 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 2,520 miles a year.
Has S804 LBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S804 LBW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S804 LBW 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 S804 LBW find?
S804 LBW passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded all 4 coil springs; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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