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BMW 528

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V63 LGKMOT history

V63 LGK is a green petrol BMW 528 first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 133,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

V63 LGK green BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2026
Mileage
133,194 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V63 LGK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V63 LGK was last recorded at 133,194 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,086 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
108 miles
Average per year
3,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,194 miles
  • 2025 – 133,086 miles
  • 2023 – 132,544 miles
  • 2022 – 132,092 miles
  • 2021 – 130,569 miles
  • 2019 – 129,317 miles
  • 2018 – 127,892 miles
  • 2016 – 125,709 miles
  • 2015 – 121,473 miles
  • 2014 – 116,163 miles
  • 2013 – 111,658 miles
  • 2012 – 105,809 miles
  • 2010 – 99,474 miles
  • 2008 – 91,582 miles
  • 2007 – 82,370 miles
  • 2006 – 71,990 miles
  • 2005 – 61,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,194 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded middle
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,194 miles (+108)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,194 miles
    Test number
    466933347988
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded middle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass133,086 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    133,086 miles
    Test number
    305800143972
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail133,086 miles (+542)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,086 miles
    Test number
    288223355813
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,544 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    132,544 miles
    Test number
    797420890402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail132,542 miles (+450)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,542 miles
    Test number
    560488426502
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass132,092 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    132,092 miles
    Test number
    548768108847
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail132,092 miles (+1,523)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,092 miles
    Test number
    448393368660
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass130,569 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    130,569 miles
    Test number
    823401338268
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail130,554 miles (+1,237)2 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,554 miles
    Test number
    157300514459
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside rear tyre tread badly perishing and very close to legal limit!
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass129,317 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,317 miles
    Test number
    630949786930
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn near legal limit!

  11. Fail129,306 miles (+1,414)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,306 miles
    Test number
    786876544751
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn near legal limit!

  12. Pass127,892 miles (+96)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    127,892 miles
    Test number
    413843999707
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail127,796 miles (+2,087)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,796 miles
    Test number
    914900795833
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass125,709 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    125,709 miles
    Test number
    931233335354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail125,708 miles (+4,235)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,708 miles
    Test number
    426377121793
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has nail in tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass121,473 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    121,473 miles
    Test number
    685115191911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail121,473 miles (+5,310)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,473 miles
    Test number
    339705572759
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass116,163 miles (+4,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    116,163 miles
    Test number
    346648864481
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass111,658 miles (+61)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    111,658 miles
    Test number
    327651843210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
    • NoteO/s/f plastic innerwheel arch loose

  20. Fail111,597 miles (+5,788)8 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,597 miles
    Test number
    377731733481
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
    • NoteO/s/f plastic innerwheel arch loose

  21. Pass105,809 miles (+21)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    105,809 miles
    Test number
    195060592069
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has screw in tread

  22. Fail105,788 miles (+6,314)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,788 miles
    Test number
    985087182048
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has screw in tread

  23. Pass99,474 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,474 miles
    Test number
    404663580127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail99,439 miles (+7,857)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,439 miles
    Test number
    853469970155
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass91,582 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    91,582 miles
    Test number
    553754698273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail91,449 miles (+9,079)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,449 miles
    Test number
    360668488272
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass82,370 miles (+10,380)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    82,370 miles
    Test number
    660995677209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass71,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    71,990 miles
    Test number
    772875266251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail71,990 miles (+10,787)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,990 miles
    Test number
    813335466245
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass61,203 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    61,203 miles
    Test number
    561317685239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V63 LGK

Does V63 LGK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V63 LGK expired on 18 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V63 LGK?
The MOT on V63 LGK expired on 18 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V63 LGK done?
V63 LGK was recorded at 133,194 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 3,518 miles a year.
Has V63 LGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V63 LGK has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V63 LGK 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 V63 LGK find?
V63 LGK failed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 major defect and 7 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; fuel pipe/s corroded middle, and 6 more.

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