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BMW 528

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V86 DMEMOT history

V86 DME is a red petrol BMW 528 first used on 3 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 169,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

V86 DME red BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
169,456 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V86 DME
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V86 DME was last recorded at 169,456 miles on 5 May 2026, 359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,097 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
359 miles
Average per year
6,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,456 miles
  • 2025 – 169,097 miles
  • 2022 – 169,054 miles
  • 2019 – 163,592 miles
  • 2016 – 157,647 miles
  • 2014 – 145,764 miles
  • 2013 – 137,891 miles
  • 2012 – 132,692 miles
  • 2011 – 124,958 miles
  • 2010 – 116,467 miles
  • 2009 – 106,496 miles
  • 2008 – 97,991 miles
  • 2007 – 81,067 miles
  • 2006 – 56,665 miles
  • 2005 – 42,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,456 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
  • AdvisoryOil leak
  • AdvisoryUnder sealant appliedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • General corrosion underbody

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Engine cover and undertray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,456 miles (+359)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    169,456 miles
    Test number
    674587371301
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder sealant applied

  2. Pass169,097 miles (+43)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    169,097 miles
    Test number
    118576757979
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underbody
    • AdvisoryUnder-sealant applied
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  3. Pass169,054 miles (+5,462)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    169,054 miles
    Test number
    846486359166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underbody
    • AdvisoryUnder sealant applied
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Pass163,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    163,592 miles
    Test number
    518422419093
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

  5. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    284479185961
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

  6. Pass157,647 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    157,647 miles
    Test number
    930181661863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass152,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    152,047 miles
    Test number
    998238056253
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Fail152,047 miles (+6,283)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,047 miles
    Test number
    870273794287
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass145,764 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    145,764 miles
    Test number
    109767244385
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail145,764 miles (+7,873)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,764 miles
    Test number
    425387344312
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass137,891 miles (+5,199)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    137,891 miles
    Test number
    376395503300
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass132,692 miles (+7,734)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    132,692 miles
    Test number
    268418702372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass124,958 miles (+8,491)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    124,958 miles
    Test number
    336875331216
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to deteriorate.

  14. Pass116,467 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    116,467 miles
    Test number
    672031450244
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAir-bag warning light on
    • NoteNearside parking brake efficiency low

  15. Fail116,467 miles (+9,971)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,467 miles
    Test number
    430940150266
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAir-bag warning light on
    • NoteNearside parking brake efficiency low

  16. Pass106,496 miles (+8,505)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    106,496 miles
    Test number
    974625659227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,991 miles (+16,924)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    97,991 miles
    Test number
    681901968233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,067 miles (+24,402)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    81,067 miles
    Test number
    803494957294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,665 miles (+13,939)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    56,665 miles
    Test number
    210408556261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,726 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    42,726 miles
    Test number
    342703565416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail42,636 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,636 miles
    Test number
    914900365201
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about V86 DME

Does V86 DME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V86 DME is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V86 DME?
The MOT on V86 DME is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V86 DME done?
V86 DME was recorded at 169,456 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 6,147 miles a year.
Has V86 DME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V86 DME has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2016.
Has the mileage on V86 DME 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 V86 DME find?
V86 DME passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside, and 7 more.

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