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BMW 540

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 4,398 cc

X794 WABMOT history

X794 WAB is a blue petrol BMW 540 first used on 28 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 189,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

X794 WAB 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 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
189,157 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X794 WAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X794 WAB was last recorded at 189,157 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 5,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,340 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,817 miles
Average per year
4,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,157 miles
  • 2025 – 183,340 miles
  • 2024 – 176,135 miles
  • 2022 – 171,279 miles
  • 2021 – 166,119 miles
  • 2020 – 164,036 miles
  • 2019 – 160,855 miles
  • 2018 – 157,999 miles
  • 2017 – 152,946 miles
  • 2016 – 146,020 miles
  • 2015 – 142,452 miles
  • 2014 – 138,828 miles
  • 2012 – 132,554 miles
  • 2011 – 128,620 miles
  • 2010 – 123,495 miles
  • 2009 – 118,470 miles
  • 2008 – 107,726 miles
  • 2007 – 99,413 miles
  • 2006 – 93,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,157 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake reaction bushes worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front metal brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,157 miles (+5,817)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    189,157 miles
    Test number
    769457388126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass183,340 miles (+7,205)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    183,340 miles
    Test number
    975168539287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass176,135 miles (+4,856)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    176,135 miles
    Test number
    925587304229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass171,279 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    171,279 miles
    Test number
    386920437765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail171,267 miles (+5,148)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,267 miles
    Test number
    925089200966
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass166,119 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    166,119 miles
    Test number
    653366887734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail166,113 miles (+10)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,113 miles
    Test number
    529428235745
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail166,103 miles (+2,067)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,103 miles
    Test number
    313250631015
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass164,036 miles (+3,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    164,036 miles
    Test number
    486992472351
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass160,855 miles (+2,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    160,855 miles
    Test number
    133149262539
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass157,999 miles (+279)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    157,999 miles
    Test number
    786523564978
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox

  12. Fail157,720 miles (+4,774)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,720 miles
    Test number
    330541518969
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to engine overheating (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox

  13. Pass152,946 miles (+6,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    152,946 miles
    Test number
    461784787419
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass146,020 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    146,020 miles
    Test number
    291617851660
    • AdvisoryFront brake reaction bushes worn
    • AdvisoryFront metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate faded

  15. FailMileage not read5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    947685507096
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint hoses (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lens (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lens (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure bracket broken (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6-2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake reaction bushes worn
    • AdvisoryFront metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate faded

  16. Pass142,452 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    142,452 miles
    Test number
    346502875053
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteDiff oil leak
    • NoteFront brake reaction bushes weak
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteFront rims
    • NoteRear number plate damaged

  17. Fail142,452 miles (+3,624)2 dangerous7 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,452 miles
    Test number
    145015665081
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteDiff oil leak
    • NoteFront brake reaction bushes weak
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteFront rims
    • NoteOffside front shock absorber weak
    • NoteRear number plate damaged

  18. Pass138,828 miles9 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    138,828 miles
    Test number
    286315184095
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDiff oil leak
    • NoteEngine area oil leak
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteFront tyres very badly worn on edges
    • NoteFront wheel rims dented
    • NoteOffside rear inner sill corroded
    • NoteRear number plate faded
    • NoteWater in headlights

  19. FailMileage not read3 failures10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    219750284028
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDiff oil leak
    • NoteEngine area oil leak
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteFront tyres very badly worn on edges
    • NoteFront wheel rims dented
    • NoteOffside rear inner sill corroded
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteRear number plate faded
    • NoteWater in headlights

  20. Pass132,554 miles (+3,934)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    132,554 miles
    Test number
    395465722386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded on braking surface

  21. Pass128,620 miles (+5,125)9 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    128,620 miles
    Test number
    255565521376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight differential leak
    • NoteNearside front road wheel inside edge dented
    • NoteNearside rear tyre close to wear bars
    • NoteOffside front road wheel inside edge dented
    • NoteOffside rear tyre close to wear bars

  22. Pass123,495 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    123,495 miles
    Test number
    333974030372
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front wheel rim dented
    • NoteRear flexi brake pipes perished

  23. Fail123,495 miles (+5,025)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,495 miles
    Test number
    803434830393
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front wheel rim dented
    • NoteRear flexi brake pipes perished

  24. Pass118,470 miles (+10,744)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    118,470 miles
    Test number
    351714529317
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn outer edge
    • NoteRear discs scord

  25. Pass107,726 miles (+8,313)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    107,726 miles
    Test number
    614379728375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass99,413 miles (+6,003)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    99,413 miles
    Test number
    873003337372
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear window stop light inop

  27. Pass93,410 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    93,410 miles
    Test number
    124912836352
    • NoteHigh level stop light inop †all four tyres just legal

  28. Fail93,410 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,410 miles
    Test number
    331112536362
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteHigh level stop light inop †all four tyres just legal

Questions about X794 WAB

Does X794 WAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X794 WAB is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X794 WAB?
The MOT on X794 WAB is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X794 WAB done?
X794 WAB was recorded at 189,157 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 4,990 miles a year.
Has X794 WAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X794 WAB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on X794 WAB 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 X794 WAB find?
X794 WAB passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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