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BMW 540

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 3,982 cc

WSV 357MOT history

WSV 357 is a blue petrol BMW 540 first used on 11 Jan 1995. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 196,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

WSV 357 blue 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 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
196,951 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
WSV 357
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,982 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
11 Jan 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

WSV 357 was last recorded at 196,951 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,915 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
3,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,951 miles
  • 2025 – 196,915 miles
  • 2024 – 194,314 miles
  • 2023 – 192,446 miles
  • 2022 – 189,408 miles
  • 2021 – 186,566 miles
  • 2020 – 186,554 miles
  • 2019 – 183,079 miles
  • 2018 – 180,865 miles
  • 2017 – 178,541 miles
  • 2016 – 176,342 miles
  • 2015 – 173,031 miles
  • 2014 – 170,621 miles
  • 2013 – 167,423 miles
  • 2011 – 166,203 miles
  • 2010 – 163,825 miles
  • 2009 – 156,478 miles
  • 2008 – 146,588 miles
  • 2007 – 139,193 miles
  • 2006 – 130,565 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,951 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished/cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive green fluid on front cross member (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished/cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Noise from gearbox

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill is corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,951 miles (+36)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    196,951 miles
    Test number
    596161092227
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished/cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive green fluid on front cross member (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished/cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass196,915 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    196,915 miles
    Test number
    390062396349
    • AdvisoryFront 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill is corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive tissue found under vehicle around the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside has minimal effort (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail196,908 miles (+2,594)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,908 miles
    Test number
    221210348663
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill is corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive tissue found under vehicle around the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside has minimal effort (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass194,314 miles (+1,868)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    194,314 miles
    Test number
    198231564719
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass192,446 miles (+3,038)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    192,446 miles
    Test number
    274649246914
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak before backbox
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNoise from gearbox
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass189,408 miles (+3)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    189,408 miles
    Test number
    105638915242
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm Rear Bush Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNoise from Gearbox
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm Rear Bush Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail189,405 miles (+2,839)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,405 miles
    Test number
    539453783465
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm Rear Bush Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNoise from Gearbox
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm Rear Bush Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass186,566 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    186,566 miles
    Test number
    156125117926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail186,554 miles (+3,475)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,554 miles
    Test number
    372210088625
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak center/rear section (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

  10. Pass183,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    183,079 miles
    Test number
    680639062929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail183,079 miles (+2,214)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,079 miles
    Test number
    653292044553
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass180,865 miles (+433)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    180,865 miles
    Test number
    993897796698
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST OUTTER SKIN CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail180,432 miles (+1,891)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,432 miles
    Test number
    175117916598
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SEAL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SEAL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL LEAKS
    • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST OUTTER SKIN CORRODED

  14. Pass178,541 miles (+2,199)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    178,541 miles
    Test number
    729298920899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak possible rocker cover
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component unit on nearside front inner wing (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen but not in swept area

  15. Pass176,342 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    176,342 miles
    Test number
    683457254844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail176,336 miles (+3,305)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,336 miles
    Test number
    231303485973
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass173,031 miles (+39)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    173,031 miles
    Test number
    687456335175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChips o/s windscreen

  18. Fail172,992 miles (+2,371)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,992 miles
    Test number
    219535235113
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChips o/s windscreen

  19. Pass170,621 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    170,621 miles
    Test number
    328497454114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail170,554 miles (+3,131)3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,554 miles
    Test number
    866703744104
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass167,423 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    167,423 miles
    Test number
    915806603163
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail167,422 miles (+1,219)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,422 miles
    Test number
    909645503177
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass166,203 miles (+18)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    166,203 miles
    Test number
    595794691230
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSuspension components+front crossmember+sills+fuel lines corroded,brake pipes+ferrules corroding

  24. Fail166,185 miles (+2,360)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,185 miles
    Test number
    205227981253
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSuspension components+front crossmember+sills+fuel lines corroded,brake pipes+ferrules corroding

  25. Pass163,825 miles (+7,347)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    163,825 miles
    Test number
    543203820371
    • NoteOffside rear brake sensor wire adrift,brake discs wearing+pads

  26. Pass156,478 miles (+9,890)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    156,478 miles
    Test number
    163758939399
    • NoteBoth rear subframe bushes wearing,cracks in windsreen

  27. Pass146,588 miles (+7,395)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    146,588 miles
    Test number
    241776228373
    • NoteSlight play in front suspension arm inner bushes\slight corrosion in rear suspension and brake pipes

  28. Pass139,193 miles (+8,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    139,193 miles
    Test number
    461601447337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass130,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    130,565 miles
    Test number
    321888426336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about WSV 357

What vehicle is registration WSV 357 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show WSV 357 on a blue petrol BMW 540 first used on 11 Jan 1995. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does WSV 357 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on WSV 357 is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on WSV 357?
The MOT on WSV 357 is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has WSV 357 done?
WSV 357 was recorded at 196,951 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 3,384 miles a year.
Has WSV 357 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WSV 357 has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on WSV 357 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 WSV 357 find?
WSV 357 passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: central front brake hose slightly deteriorated perished/cracked; hydraulic leak, but not excessive green fluid on front cross member; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated perished/cracked, and 5 more.

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