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BMW 528

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 2,793 cc

V8 MKSMOT history

V8 MKS is a green petrol BMW 528 first used on 31 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 78,473 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

V8 MKS green BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
78,473 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 MKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 MKS was last recorded at 78,473 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,024 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
449 miles
Average per year
1,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,473 miles
  • 2025 – 78,024 miles
  • 2024 – 77,321 miles
  • 2023 – 76,013 miles
  • 2022 – 75,082 miles
  • 2021 – 74,330 miles
  • 2020 – 73,837 miles
  • 2019 – 72,679 miles
  • 2018 – 71,500 miles
  • 2017 – 68,902 miles
  • 2016 – 63,107 miles
  • 2015 – 59,959 miles
  • 2014 – 58,399 miles
  • 2013 – 55,627 miles
  • 2012 – 52,232 miles
  • 2011 – 51,049 miles
  • 2010 – 48,921 miles
  • 2009 – 46,907 miles
  • 2008 – 44,346 miles
  • 2007 – 41,845 miles
  • 2006 – 39,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,473 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,473 miles (+449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    78,473 miles
    Test number
    650081404215
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass78,024 miles (+703)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    78,024 miles
    Test number
    810731444239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass77,321 miles (+35)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    77,321 miles
    Test number
    848373720246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  4. Fail77,286 miles (+1,273)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,286 miles
    Test number
    937895323399
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  5. Pass76,013 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    76,013 miles
    Test number
    767845937149
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail76,011 miles (+929)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,011 miles
    Test number
    207787003053
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass75,082 miles (+752)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,082 miles
    Test number
    867267951485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp image weak

  8. Pass74,330 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,330 miles
    Test number
    901548829208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower suspension arm bushes weak

  9. Fail74,329 miles (+492)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,329 miles
    Test number
    268303785873
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower suspension arm bushes weak

  10. Pass73,837 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    730911529698
    • 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))

  11. Fail73,834 miles (+1,155)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,834 miles
    Test number
    811935185227
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded two main front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  12. Pass72,679 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    72,679 miles
    Test number
    119482307636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,678 miles (+1,178)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,678 miles
    Test number
    712924744611
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass71,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,500 miles
    Test number
    797258754617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,500 miles (+2,598)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,500 miles
    Test number
    576146342310
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass68,902 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,902 miles
    Test number
    195226265297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,861 miles (+5,754)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,861 miles
    Test number
    399082865679
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass63,107 miles (+3,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    63,107 miles
    Test number
    476965942183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNsf+osf brake backplates corroded around mounting bolt

  19. Pass59,959 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,959 miles
    Test number
    256081525093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front disc backplates corroded around mtg bolt

  20. Fail59,959 miles (+1,560)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,959 miles
    Test number
    365400225010
    • 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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front disc backplates corroded around mtg bolt

  21. Pass58,399 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    58,399 miles
    Test number
    249224724024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,362 miles (+2,735)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,362 miles
    Test number
    845602924055
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass55,627 miles (+3,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    55,627 miles
    Test number
    586313823010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Pass52,232 miles (+1,183)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,232 miles
    Test number
    888555022001
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAll tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  25. Pass51,049 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,049 miles
    Test number
    189217511469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail50,979 miles (+2,058)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,979 miles
    Test number
    137160511049
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to crack between tread

  27. Pass48,921 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    48,921 miles
    Test number
    693792010003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail48,921 miles (+2,014)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,921 miles
    Test number
    462992210081
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass46,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    46,907 miles
    Test number
    381942119031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  30. Fail46,907 miles (+2,561)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,907 miles
    Test number
    950322719011
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  31. Pass44,346 miles (+2,501)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,346 miles
    Test number
    390631438050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  32. Pass41,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    41,845 miles
    Test number
    662636427000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail41,845 miles (+2,497)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,845 miles
    Test number
    840036227026
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  34. Pass39,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    39,348 miles
    Test number
    543355626018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 MKS

Does V8 MKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 MKS is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 MKS?
The MOT on V8 MKS is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 MKS done?
V8 MKS was recorded at 78,473 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 1,959 miles a year.
Has V8 MKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 MKS has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on V8 MKS 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 V8 MKS find?
V8 MKS passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive.

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