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BMW 535

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

T60 JLJMOT history

T60 JLJ is a black diesel BMW 535 first used on 6 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 243,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
243,602 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T60 JLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T60 JLJ was last recorded at 243,602 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 3,988 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,614 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,988 miles
Average per year
12,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 243,602 miles
  • 2024 – 239,614 miles
  • 2023 – 233,620 miles
  • 2022 – 226,935 miles
  • 2021 – 217,500 miles
  • 2020 – 210,492 miles
  • 2019 – 203,603 miles
  • 2018 – 197,563 miles
  • 2017 – 190,886 miles
  • 2016 – 178,081 miles
  • 2015 – 160,508 miles
  • 2014 – 138,264 miles
  • 2013 – 117,222 miles
  • 2012 – 96,944 miles
  • 2011 – 77,335 miles
  • 2010 – 58,369 miles
  • 2009 – 33,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,602 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.

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,602 miles (+3,988)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    243,602 miles
    Test number
    431925160522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass239,614 miles (+5,994)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    239,614 miles
    Test number
    608607294451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass233,620 miles (+6,685)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    233,620 miles
    Test number
    933358835029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass226,935 miles (+9,435)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    226,935 miles
    Test number
    324418196567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass217,500 miles (+7,008)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    217,500 miles
    Test number
    135563062250
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass210,492 miles (+6,889)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    210,492 miles
    Test number
    228017852791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass203,603 miles (+6,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    203,603 miles
    Test number
    632241310642
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake only just met requirements

  8. Pass197,563 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    197,563 miles
    Test number
    233111087549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail197,561 miles (+6,675)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,561 miles
    Test number
    740162691581
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass190,886 miles (+12,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    190,886 miles
    Test number
    362331089533
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass178,081 miles (+17,573)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    178,081 miles
    Test number
    877694426412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail160,508 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,508 miles
    Test number
    336956145143
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass160,508 miles (+22,244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    160,508 miles
    Test number
    816746445133
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass138,264 miles (+21,042)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    138,264 miles
    Test number
    226414734100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass117,222 miles (+20,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    117,222 miles
    Test number
    117206333123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail96,944 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,944 miles
    Test number
    289662732106
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass96,944 miles (+19,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    96,944 miles
    Test number
    886212032190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass77,335 miles (+18,966)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    77,335 miles
    Test number
    788293541155
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront brake discs appear to be worn close to excess

  19. Pass58,369 miles (+24,823)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,369 miles
    Test number
    472208850156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,546 miles
    Test number
    581823659166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,546 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,546 miles
    Test number
    401859849161
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T60 JLJ

Does T60 JLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T60 JLJ is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T60 JLJ?
The MOT on T60 JLJ is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T60 JLJ done?
T60 JLJ was recorded at 243,602 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 12,734 miles a year.
Has T60 JLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T60 JLJ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2018.
Has the mileage on T60 JLJ 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 T60 JLJ find?
T60 JLJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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