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BMW 535

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,498 cc

S89 TNPMOT history

S89 TNP is a silver petrol BMW 535 first used on 3 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2025 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 188,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2024.

S89 TNP silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2025
Mileage
188,312 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2024
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S89 TNP
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
3 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S89 TNP was last recorded at 188,312 miles on 10 Jan 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,311 miles · 4 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 188,312 miles
  • 2023 – 188,311 miles
  • 2022 – 188,187 miles
  • 2016 – 186,634 miles
  • 2014 – 185,905 miles
  • 2013 – 168,514 miles
  • 2012 – 148,019 miles
  • 2011 – 134,529 miles
  • 2010 – 129,227 miles
  • 2009 – 125,530 miles
  • 2008 – 120,122 miles
  • 2007 – 115,497 miles
  • 2006 – 108,445 miles
  • 2005 – 101,882 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,312 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front shock absorbers showing signs of reduced damping effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front windscreen damaged within the swept area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,312 miles (+1)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    188,312 miles
    Test number
    334249471508
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail188,311 miles (+124)7 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,311 miles
    Test number
    874255211007
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR ARM INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass188,187 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    188,187 miles
    Test number
    377407447898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  4. Fail188,187 miles (+1,553)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,187 miles
    Test number
    363851013693
    • MajorEmissions not tested VEHICLE TEMPERATURE RISES TOO HIGH TOO QUICK (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  5. Pass186,634 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    186,634 miles
    Test number
    839872099980
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers showing signs of reduced damping effort
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen damaged within the swept area
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen wiper blades worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre aged (18yrs)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear hub nut not locked
    • AdvisoryOffside front road wheel slightly distorted
    • AdvisoryRear brake flex hoses perished and splitting
    • AdvisoryRear road springs rusted
    • AdvisorySlight blow in the middle exhaust box
    • AdvisorySlight play in the offside rear anti-roll bar link rod ball joint/s
    • AdvisorySlight play in the steering idler unit
  6. Fail186,634 miles (+729)11 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,634 miles
    Test number
    436134675720
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high Both (reflectors are insecure within the headlamp units) (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing Centre rear clasp (5.1.1)
    • FailureBrake caliper securing device missing Offside retaining spring (3.5.1j)
    • AdvisoryBattery appears to be weak
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs rusted
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers showing signs of reduced damping effort
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen damaged within the swept area
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen wiper blades worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre aged (18yrs)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear hub nut not locked
    • AdvisoryOffside front road wheel slightly distorted
    • AdvisoryRear brake flex hoses perished and splitting
    • AdvisoryRear road springs rusted
    • AdvisorySlight blow in the middle exhaust box
    • AdvisorySlight play in the offside rear anti-roll bar link rod ball joint/s
    • AdvisorySlight play in the steering idler unit
  7. Fail185,905 miles (+17,391)16 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,905 miles
    Test number
    579959024345
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust sheilds detatched
  8. Pass168,514 miles (+424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    168,514 miles
    Test number
    629327913369
    • 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)
  9. Fail168,090 miles (+20,071)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,090 miles
    Test number
    719750413368
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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)
  10. Pass148,019 miles (+223)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    148,019 miles
    Test number
    899706102323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteN/s o/s sills corroded sill covers fitted
    • NoteUndertrays and heatsheilds insecure
  11. Fail147,796 miles (+13,267)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,796 miles
    Test number
    375287492258
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteN/s o/s sills corroded sill covers fitted
    • NoteUndertrays and heatsheilds insecure
  12. Pass134,529 miles (+5,302)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    134,529 miles
    Test number
    878748071297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass129,227 miles (+3,697)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    129,227 miles
    Test number
    232427770268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  14. Pass125,530 miles (+5,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    125,530 miles
    Test number
    202109659228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass120,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    120,122 miles
    Test number
    291833768267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail120,122 miles (+4,625)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,122 miles
    Test number
    393102768296
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass115,497 miles (+7,052)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    115,497 miles
    Test number
    374344957406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass108,445 miles (+6,563)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    108,445 miles
    Test number
    481099216264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass101,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    101,882 miles
    Test number
    850010925286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S89 TNP

Does S89 TNP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S89 TNP expired on 9 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S89 TNP?
The MOT on S89 TNP expired on 9 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S89 TNP done?
S89 TNP was recorded at 188,312 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2024, an average of 4,691 miles a year.
Has S89 TNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S89 TNP has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S89 TNP 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 S89 TNP find?
S89 TNP passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2024 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: offside front tyre obviously under inflated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 7 more.

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