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BMW 735

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 3,498 cc

X78 UKEMOT history

X78 UKE is a silver petrol BMW 735 first used on 2 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 141,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2025
Mileage
141,609 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X78 UKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
735
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
2 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X78 UKE was last recorded at 141,609 miles on 1 Nov 2024, 4,327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,282 miles · 18 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
4,327 miles
Average per year
5,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 141,609 miles
  • 2023 – 137,282 miles
  • 2022 – 134,178 miles
  • 2021 – 133,030 miles
  • 2019 – 127,708 miles
  • 2018 – 120,369 miles
  • 2017 – 113,659 miles
  • 2016 – 97,958 miles
  • 2015 – 83,642 miles
  • 2014 – 72,839 miles
  • 2013 – 70,981 miles
  • 2012 – 66,973 miles
  • 2011 – 62,610 miles
  • 2010 – 59,050 miles
  • 2009 – 54,928 miles
  • 2008 – 50,138 miles
  • 2007 – 44,177 miles
  • 2006 – 36,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,609 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Engine covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Undersheilds fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,609 miles5 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    141,609 miles
    Test number
    652307029996
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail141,609 miles (+4,327)3 major5 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,609 miles
    Test number
    683172464317
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,282 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    137,282 miles
    Test number
    783996291927
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail137,282 miles (+3,104)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,282 miles
    Test number
    347356588744
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass134,178 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    134,178 miles
    Test number
    440930146674
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail134,173 miles (+1,143)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,173 miles
    Test number
    218310827374
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill to floor pan jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill to floor pan jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass133,030 miles (+5,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    133,030 miles
    Test number
    803973258094
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass127,708 miles (+7,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    127,708 miles
    Test number
    725032639241
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,369 miles (+6,710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    120,369 miles
    Test number
    991063344854
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted

  10. Pass113,659 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    113,659 miles
    Test number
    995629283285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undersheilds fitted

  11. Fail113,659 miles (+15,701)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,659 miles
    Test number
    183335516272
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undersheilds fitted

  12. Pass97,958 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    97,958 miles
    Test number
    523037165334
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing rear arm inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndersheilds fitted

  13. Fail97,957 miles (+14,315)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,957 miles
    Test number
    612715366605
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing rear arm inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndersheilds fitted

  14. Pass83,642 miles (+271)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    83,642 miles
    Test number
    748810491121
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndersheilds fitted

  15. Fail83,371 miles (+10,532)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,371 miles
    Test number
    124084100446
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush outter joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndersheilds fitted

  16. Pass72,839 miles (+1,858)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    72,839 miles
    Test number
    136767214353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,981 miles (+2)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    70,981 miles
    Test number
    716562713370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail70,979 miles (+4,006)10 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,979 miles
    Test number
    889178303326
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass66,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    66,973 miles
    Test number
    498796092224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,973 miles (+4,363)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,973 miles
    Test number
    868773892220
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass62,610 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    62,610 miles
    Test number
    747995101386
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Fail62,610 miles (+3,560)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,610 miles
    Test number
    197454901316
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  23. Pass59,050 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    59,050 miles
    Test number
    362391300331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,024 miles (+4,096)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,024 miles
    Test number
    791344090218
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass54,928 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    54,928 miles
    Test number
    632742509327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail54,928 miles (+4,790)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,928 miles
    Test number
    994530209315
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass50,138 miles (+5,961)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    50,138 miles
    Test number
    232768208329
    • NoteBoth rear and offside front indicators fading
    • NoteWindscreen damaged in zone b

  28. Pass44,177 miles (+7,258)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    44,177 miles
    Test number
    574820317391
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRubber boot on offside front anti roll bar link arm split

  29. Pass36,919 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    36,919 miles
    Test number
    622635606321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X78 UKE

Does X78 UKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X78 UKE expired on 31 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X78 UKE?
The MOT on X78 UKE expired on 31 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X78 UKE done?
X78 UKE was recorded at 141,609 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2024, an average of 5,816 miles a year.
Has X78 UKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X78 UKE has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X78 UKE 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 X78 UKE find?
X78 UKE passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2024 with 5 minor defects and 8 advisories: brake warning device malfunctioning or defective; nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 10 more.

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