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BMW 530

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y211 BPMMOT history

Y211 BPM is a black petrol BMW 530 first used on 9 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 226,871 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Mar 2027
Mileage
226,871 mi
At MOT on 29 Feb 2024
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y211 BPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y211 BPM was last recorded at 226,871 miles on 29 Feb 2024, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Mar 2013: 13,419 miles, lower than 102,044 miles on 29 Mar 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
226,861 miles · 20 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
10,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 226,871 miles
  • 2023 – 216,906 miles
  • 2022 – 208,925 miles
  • 2021 – 200,594 miles
  • 2020 – 194,359 miles
  • 2019 – 185,884 miles
  • 2018 – 185,864 miles
  • 2017 – 173,067 miles
  • 2016 – 158,291 miles
  • 2015 – 143,219 miles
  • 2014 – 127,671 miles
  • 2013 – 13,419 miles
  • 2012 – 102,044 miles
  • 2011 – 88,513 miles
  • 2010 – 78,251 miles
  • 2009 – 69,603 miles
  • 2008 – 64,666 miles
  • 2007 – 49,036 miles
  • 2006 – 34,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine light on

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    598701621647
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read2 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    157401617693
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    813264803438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flange corroded

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    941268710329
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flange corroded

  5. Pass226,871 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    226,871 miles
    Test number
    113564126689
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail226,861 miles (+9,955)13 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,861 miles
    Test number
    800420356093
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass216,906 miles (+7,981)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    216,906 miles
    Test number
    915685483069
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass208,925 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    208,925 miles
    Test number
    429626277825
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  9. Fail208,919 miles (+8,325)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,919 miles
    Test number
    814985263790
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  10. Pass200,594 miles (+6,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    200,594 miles
    Test number
    115031793176
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass194,359 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    194,359 miles
    Test number
    379411717763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail194,352 miles (+8,468)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,352 miles
    Test number
    234689437958
    • DangerousWindscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  13. Pass185,884 miles (+20)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    185,884 miles
    Test number
    300579624947
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail185,864 miles (+12,797)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,864 miles
    Test number
    245977437408
    • FailureAir suspension leaking rear suspension (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front link rod dust cover
    • AdvisoryBad engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  15. Pass173,067 miles (+14,776)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    173,067 miles
    Test number
    607905390355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing clicks when rotated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear air-bag perished with age
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  16. Pass158,291 miles (+176)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    158,291 miles
    Test number
    163579202317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail158,115 miles (+14,896)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,115 miles
    Test number
    260804562454
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link-rod (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit almost smooth on edges 235/45r17 94w (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass143,219 miles (+15,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    143,219 miles
    Test number
    638476285078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass127,671 miles (+114,252)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    127,671 miles
    Test number
    178107474029
    • NoteBoth rear tyres near wear bars advise replacment

  20. Pass13,419 miles (-88,625)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    13,419 miles
    Test number
    898293373097
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMileometer pixilated

  21. Pass102,044 miles (+13,531)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,044 miles
    Test number
    778059382041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass88,513 miles (+10,262)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    88,513 miles
    Test number
    879041061011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    78,251 miles
    Test number
    150430760048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail78,250 miles (+8,647)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,250 miles
    Test number
    730570660062
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • NoteNearside front has damaged .

  25. Pass69,603 miles (+4,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    69,603 miles
    Test number
    324246659083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass64,666 miles (+15,630)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    64,666 miles
    Test number
    473558068080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass49,036 miles (+14,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,036 miles
    Test number
    944857867066
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass34,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,622 miles
    Test number
    373750266081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y211 BPM

Does Y211 BPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y211 BPM is valid until 14 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y211 BPM?
The MOT on Y211 BPM is valid until 14 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y211 BPM done?
Y211 BPM was recorded at 226,871 miles at its MOT on 29 Feb 2024, an average of 10,681 miles a year.
Has Y211 BPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y211 BPM has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y211 BPM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Mar 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y211 BPM find?
Y211 BPM passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front sill corroded; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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