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BMW 535

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

Y11 VAVMOT history

Y11 VAV is a blue diesel BMW 535 first used on 7 Nov 2009. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2023 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 147,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2022.

Y11 VAV blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2023
Mileage
147,506 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2022
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y11 VAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2023
Latest MOT test
6 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y11 VAV was last recorded at 147,506 miles on 6 May 2022, 4,085 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,421 miles · 5 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
4,085 miles
Average per year
12,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,506 miles
  • 2021 – 143,421 miles
  • 2019 – 141,981 miles
  • 2018 – 132,957 miles
  • 2017 – 114,184 miles
  • 2016 – 94,696 miles
  • 2015 – 77,908 miles
  • 2014 – 65,229 miles
  • 2013 – 42,426 miles
  • 2012 – 30,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,506 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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, 2018–2021

  • Covers under car

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

13 tests since 5 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    147,506 miles
    Test number
    802801100051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail147,504 miles (+4,083)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,504 miles
    Test number
    413741058414
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass143,421 miles (+1,440)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    143,421 miles
    Test number
    982287465740
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery voltage low
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slight corroded both side rear

  4. Pass141,981 miles (+9,024)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,981 miles
    Test number
    142337124973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and has heavy outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has heavy outer edge wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,957 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    132,957 miles
    Test number
    852950873733
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edge, possible 4Wa issue

  6. Fail132,957 miles (+18,773)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,957 miles
    Test number
    305602947187
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edge, possible 4Wa issue

  7. Pass114,184 miles (+19,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    114,184 miles
    Test number
    588919184849
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  8. Pass94,696 miles (+16,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    94,696 miles
    Test number
    175108326885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre scrubbing on inside edge

  9. Pass77,908 miles (+271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    77,908 miles
    Test number
    798482175911
    • AdvisoryCovers under car

  10. Fail77,637 miles (+12,408)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,637 miles
    Test number
    420986044900
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCovers under car

  11. Pass65,229 miles (+22,803)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,229 miles
    Test number
    339153274469
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass42,426 miles (+11,842)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    42,426 miles
    Test number
    835732613383
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner egde

  13. Pass30,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,584 miles
    Test number
    709640212302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y11 VAV

Does Y11 VAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y11 VAV expired on 5 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y11 VAV?
The MOT on Y11 VAV expired on 5 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y11 VAV done?
Y11 VAV was recorded at 147,506 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2022, an average of 12,311 miles a year.
Has Y11 VAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y11 VAV has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2022.
Has the mileage on Y11 VAV 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 Y11 VAV find?
Y11 VAV passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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