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BMW 535

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

V80 ALCMOT history

V80 ALC is a black diesel BMW 535 first used on 17 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 149,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

V80 ALC black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
149,343 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V80 ALC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V80 ALC was last recorded at 149,343 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 14,969 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,374 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
14,969 miles
Average per year
9,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,343 miles
  • 2025 – 134,374 miles
  • 2024 – 120,922 miles
  • 2023 – 114,885 miles
  • 2022 – 108,316 miles
  • 2021 – 105,858 miles
  • 2020 – 104,610 miles
  • 2019 – 102,677 miles
  • 2018 – 93,989 miles
  • 2017 – 86,123 miles
  • 2016 – 71,169 miles
  • 2015 – 61,644 miles
  • 2014 – 44,871 miles
  • 2013 – 29,887 miles
  • 2012 – 24,682 miles
  • 2011 – 17,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,343 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

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 inside edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,343 miles (+14,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    149,343 miles
    Test number
    190252654958
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass134,374 miles (+13,452)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,374 miles
    Test number
    769802737401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass120,922 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    120,922 miles
    Test number
    338702941766
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator condesated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine around sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail120,922 miles (+6,037)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,922 miles
    Test number
    810897269046
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator condesated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine around sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass114,885 miles (+6,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    114,885 miles
    Test number
    723307197360
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass108,316 miles (+2,458)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    108,316 miles
    Test number
    820539800018
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass105,858 miles (+1,248)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    105,858 miles
    Test number
    581876662698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,610 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    104,610 miles
    Test number
    700767031625
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers slight smearing of screen

  9. Fail104,610 miles (+1,933)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,610 miles
    Test number
    719889503853
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers slight smearing of screen

  10. Pass102,677 miles (+8,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    102,677 miles
    Test number
    811181903552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake leaver as little reserve travel

  11. Pass93,989 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,989 miles
    Test number
    689130220254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail93,989 miles (+7,866)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,989 miles
    Test number
    298157249094
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass86,123 miles (+14,954)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    86,123 miles
    Test number
    175697727610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,169 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,169 miles
    Test number
    235798671107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,168 miles (+9,524)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,168 miles
    Test number
    803627257651
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  16. Pass61,644 miles (+16,773)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    61,644 miles
    Test number
    287518415285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/f tyre very slight edge wear

  17. Pass44,871 miles (+14,984)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    44,871 miles
    Test number
    915413334261
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass29,887 miles (+5,205)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    29,887 miles
    Test number
    489285653237
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass24,682 miles (+7,086)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    24,682 miles
    Test number
    468220242316
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seats fitted to both rear outer seats
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass17,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    17,596 miles
    Test number
    697043651355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V80 ALC

Does V80 ALC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V80 ALC is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V80 ALC?
The MOT on V80 ALC is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V80 ALC done?
V80 ALC was recorded at 149,343 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 9,190 miles a year.
Has V80 ALC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V80 ALC has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on V80 ALC 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 V80 ALC find?
V80 ALC passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front.

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