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BMW 528

Grey · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S96 UCVMOT history

S96 UCV is a grey petrol BMW 528 first used on 1 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 204,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2021.

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MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2022
Mileage
204,914 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2021
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S96 UCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S96 UCV was last recorded at 204,914 miles on 25 Nov 2021, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,893 miles · 24 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
4,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 204,914 miles
  • 2020 – 203,354 miles
  • 2019 – 200,296 miles
  • 2018 – 197,457 miles
  • 2017 – 193,738 miles
  • 2016 – 189,146 miles
  • 2015 – 184,222 miles
  • 2014 – 178,644 miles
  • 2013 – 174,948 miles
  • 2012 – 174,946 miles
  • 2011 – 169,167 miles
  • 2010 – 159,082 miles
  • 2009 – 157,874 miles
  • 2008 – 153,813 miles
  • 2007 – 140,781 miles
  • 2006 – 128,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,914 miles
  • MinorOffside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Both front to rear brake pipes. (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipe corroded.Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,914 miles (+21)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    204,914 miles
    Test number
    113053022689
    • MinorOffside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Both front to rear brake pipes. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipe corroded.
    • 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 Forward arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail204,893 miles (+78)1 dangerous3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,893 miles
    Test number
    598698814952
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Both front to rear brake pipes. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipe corroded.
    • 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 Forward arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail204,815 miles (+1,461)2 dangerous6 major2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,815 miles
    Test number
    417612138760
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor area. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Rear panel. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipe corroded.
    • 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 Forward arm inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass203,354 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    203,354 miles
    Test number
    458122534354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail203,352 miles (+3,056)4 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,352 miles
    Test number
    139336885178
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass200,296 miles (+2,839)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    200,296 miles
    Test number
    331934956241
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass197,457 miles (+3,719)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    197,457 miles
    Test number
    239830138461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass193,738 miles (+4,592)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    193,738 miles
    Test number
    213762855012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass189,146 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    189,146 miles
    Test number
    278705761656
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail189,145 miles (+4,923)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,145 miles
    Test number
    971054706029
    • 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 Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass184,222 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    184,222 miles
    Test number
    359997095130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail184,105 miles (+5,461)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,105 miles
    Test number
    267089305451
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass178,644 miles (+3,696)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    178,644 miles
    Test number
    707672214125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass174,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    174,948 miles
    Test number
    139887303103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail174,948 miles (+2)4 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,948 miles
    Test number
    459035303149
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear anti rollbar corroded

  16. Fail174,946 miles (+5,779)2 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,946 miles
    Test number
    255230432064
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  17. Pass169,167 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    169,167 miles
    Test number
    525361321020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  18. Fail169,167 miles (+10,085)2 dangerous4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,167 miles
    Test number
    975018511083
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass159,082 miles (+1,208)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    159,082 miles
    Test number
    614784900083
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass157,874 miles (+4,061)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    157,874 miles
    Test number
    681398109025
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteAirbag light on

  21. Pass153,813 miles (+13,032)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    153,813 miles
    Test number
    981960718054
    • DangerousAirbag light on

  22. Pass140,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    140,781 miles
    Test number
    332546217054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail140,781 miles (+12,691)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,781 miles
    Test number
    320542217026
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass128,090 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    128,090 miles
    Test number
    373975526027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail128,086 miles1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,086 miles
    Test number
    962793526038
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S96 UCV

Does S96 UCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S96 UCV expired on 24 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S96 UCV?
The MOT on S96 UCV expired on 24 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S96 UCV done?
S96 UCV was recorded at 204,914 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2021, an average of 4,851 miles a year.
Has S96 UCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S96 UCV has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on S96 UCV 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 S96 UCV find?
S96 UCV passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2021 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: offside brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported both front to rear brake pipes.; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working, and 8 more.

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