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BMW 5 Series

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y232 LVTMOT history

Y232 LVT is a green petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2024 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2023.

Y232 LVT green BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2024
Mileage
138,055 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y232 LVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y232 LVT was last recorded at 138,055 miles on 31 Jan 2023, 310 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,745 miles · 11 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
310 miles
Average per year
4,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 138,055 miles
  • 2021 – 137,745 miles
  • 2017 – 136,957 miles
  • 2016 – 135,760 miles
  • 2015 – 134,242 miles
  • 2014 – 131,043 miles
  • 2013 – 123,109 miles
  • 2012 – 115,673 miles
  • 2011 – 106,553 miles
  • 2010 – 99,289 miles
  • 2009 – 89,887 miles
  • 2008 – 76,125 miles
  • 2007 – 67,597 miles
  • 2006 – 57,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,055 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s n/s fronts and rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,055 miles (+310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    138,055 miles
    Test number
    555932872882
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s n/s fronts and rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass137,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    137,745 miles
    Test number
    925286353755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail137,745 miles (+788)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,745 miles
    Test number
    379219818529
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid refill (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass136,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    136,957 miles
    Test number
    385457863250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail136,957 miles (+1,197)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,957 miles
    Test number
    930827005644
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low adjust (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low adjust (1.8)

  6. Pass135,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    135,760 miles
    Test number
    424838389627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail135,760 miles (+1,518)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,760 miles
    Test number
    626404834740
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass134,242 miles (+3,199)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    134,242 miles
    Test number
    862789659202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,043 miles (+7,934)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    131,043 miles
    Test number
    848438784260
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass123,109 miles (+7,436)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    123,109 miles
    Test number
    678508383293
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail115,673 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,673 miles
    Test number
    338459582425
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass115,673 miles (+9,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    115,673 miles
    Test number
    817379082223
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass106,553 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    106,553 miles
    Test number
    185335481224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  14. Fail106,552 miles (+7,263)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,552 miles
    Test number
    227933781255
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  15. Pass99,289 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    99,289 miles
    Test number
    834164460208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNSR TYRE WAS FLAT BUT RE INFLATED
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  16. Fail99,289 miles (+9,402)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,289 miles
    Test number
    321263860492
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNSR TYRE WAS FLAT BUT RE INFLATED
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  17. Pass89,887 miles (+13,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    89,887 miles
    Test number
    573141569263
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass76,125 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    76,125 miles
    Test number
    991409668268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,105 miles (+8,508)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,105 miles
    Test number
    693536068260
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Fail67,597 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,597 miles
    Test number
    103695987244
    • Repaired at testRear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass67,597 miles (+10,171)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,597 miles
    Test number
    721665887228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    57,426 miles
    Test number
    672681796240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,426 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,426 miles
    Test number
    953165886214
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y232 LVT

Does Y232 LVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y232 LVT expired on 30 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y232 LVT?
The MOT on Y232 LVT expired on 30 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y232 LVT done?
Y232 LVT was recorded at 138,055 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2023, an average of 4,945 miles a year.
Has Y232 LVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y232 LVT has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on Y232 LVT 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 Y232 LVT find?
Y232 LVT passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2023 with 1 advisory: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s n/s fronts and rears.

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