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BMW 728

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,793 cc

V661 LDEMOT history

V661 LDE is a blue petrol BMW 728 first used on 14 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 7 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 179,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Feb 2027
Mileage
179,315 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V661 LDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
728
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V661 LDE was last recorded at 179,315 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,314 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,315 miles
  • 2025 – 174,104 miles
  • 2024 – 169,005 miles
  • 2023 – 163,759 miles
  • 2022 – 158,485 miles
  • 2021 – 155,904 miles
  • 2020 – 148,523 miles
  • 2019 – 140,163 miles
  • 2018 – 132,684 miles
  • 2017 – 124,590 miles
  • 2016 – 117,359 miles
  • 2015 – 109,879 miles
  • 2014 – 101,619 miles
  • 2013 – 93,760 miles
  • 2012 – 89,660 miles
  • 2011 – 84,938 miles
  • 2010 – 80,220 miles
  • 2009 – 75,625 miles
  • 2008 – 69,672 miles
  • 2007 – 63,860 miles
  • 2006 – 56,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,315 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2018

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

31 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,315 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    179,315 miles
    Test number
    221116991604
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail179,314 miles (+5,210)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,314 miles
    Test number
    574903061685
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass174,104 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    174,104 miles
    Test number
    481724746090
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail174,104 miles (+5,099)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,104 miles
    Test number
    658595500577
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass169,005 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    169,005 miles
    Test number
    194040502522
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail169,005 miles (+5,246)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,005 miles
    Test number
    950143101031
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass163,759 miles (+5,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    163,759 miles
    Test number
    925820003647
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass158,485 miles (+2,581)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    158,485 miles
    Test number
    581576143105
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass155,904 miles (+7,381)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    155,904 miles
    Test number
    108503994263
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass148,523 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    148,523 miles
    Test number
    194633035314
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail148,523 miles (+8,360)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,523 miles
    Test number
    680065436488
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass140,163 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    140,163 miles
    Test number
    765048693503
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail140,162 miles (+7,478)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,162 miles
    Test number
    719437166453
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass132,684 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    132,684 miles
    Test number
    276340112424
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  15. Fail132,683 miles (+8,093)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,683 miles
    Test number
    995907122570
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • 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)

  16. Pass124,590 miles (+7,231)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    124,590 miles
    Test number
    755284385717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass117,359 miles (+7,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    117,359 miles
    Test number
    670924753638
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play track rod inner joint (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass109,879 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    109,879 miles
    Test number
    518843825020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail109,879 miles (+8,260)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,879 miles
    Test number
    317523425088
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass101,619 miles (+7,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    101,619 miles
    Test number
    225314524040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass93,760 miles (+4,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    93,760 miles
    Test number
    197741313026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Pass89,660 miles (+4,722)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    89,660 miles
    Test number
    556070512036
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth outer sills not fully checked due to covers

  23. Pass84,938 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    84,938 miles
    Test number
    376161011008
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail84,938 miles (+4,718)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,938 miles
    Test number
    846890711000
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass80,220 miles (+4,595)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    80,220 miles
    Test number
    532549910011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass75,625 miles (+164)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    75,625 miles
    Test number
    792756029045
    • NoteBoth outer sills not fully checked due to sill trims

  27. Fail75,461 miles (+5,789)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,461 miles
    Test number
    721014819014
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth outer sills not fully checked due to sill trims

  28. Pass69,672 miles (+5,812)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    69,672 miles
    Test number
    810931818025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass63,860 miles (+7,210)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    63,860 miles
    Test number
    251588317079
    • NoteBoth outer sills not fully checked due to sill trims
    • NoteUnder side of vehicle not fully chcked due to cover

  30. Pass56,650 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    56,650 miles
    Test number
    193499036417
    • 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)
    • NoteUnable to check front floor pans due to plastic trims fitted.
    • NoteUnable to check sills due to plastic trims fitted.

  31. Fail56,650 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,650 miles
    Test number
    381639036001
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteUnable to check front floor pans due to plastic trims fitted.
    • NoteUnable to check sills due to plastic trims fitted.

Questions about V661 LDE

Does V661 LDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V661 LDE is valid until 7 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V661 LDE?
The MOT on V661 LDE is valid until 7 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V661 LDE done?
V661 LDE was recorded at 179,315 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 6,142 miles a year.
Has V661 LDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V661 LDE has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V661 LDE 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 V661 LDE find?
V661 LDE passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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