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BMW 530

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y242 MESMOT history

Y242 MES is a silver petrol BMW 530 first used on 26 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 116,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

Y242 MES silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
116,030 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 MES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 MES was last recorded at 116,030 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Aug 2010: 6,260 miles, lower than 62,605 miles on 20 Aug 2010.

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
116,030 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,030 miles
  • 2024 – 114,651 miles
  • 2023 – 113,353 miles
  • 2022 – 111,384 miles
  • 2021 – 109,855 miles
  • 2020 – 108,159 miles
  • 2019 – 106,700 miles
  • 2018 – 104,056 miles
  • 2017 – 103,313 miles
  • 2016 – 97,520 miles
  • 2015 – 94,104 miles
  • 2014 – 88,206 miles
  • 2013 – 74,919 miles
  • 2012 – 70,121 miles
  • 2011 – 63,260 miles
  • 2010 – 6,260 miles
  • 2009 – 57,616 miles
  • 2008 – 57,021 miles
  • 2007 – 55,544 miles
  • 2006 – 53,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,030 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderside rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,030 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    116,030 miles
    Test number
    668252040526
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty

  2. Fail116,030 miles (+1,379)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,030 miles
    Test number
    184235463213
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty

  3. Pass114,651 miles (+1,298)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    114,651 miles
    Test number
    960446484065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,353 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    113,353 miles
    Test number
    693065622119
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Fail113,353 miles (+1,969)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,353 miles
    Test number
    351593383952
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass111,384 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    111,384 miles
    Test number
    950209781779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail111,382 miles (+1,527)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,382 miles
    Test number
    100164780922
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass109,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    109,855 miles
    Test number
    739968340443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail109,855 miles (+1,696)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,855 miles
    Test number
    896664391938
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  10. Pass108,159 miles (+1,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,159 miles
    Test number
    995449155212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass106,700 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,700 miles
    Test number
    640986824832
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail106,698 miles (+2,642)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,698 miles
    Test number
    723556096632
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass104,056 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    104,056 miles
    Test number
    703363158532
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail104,056 miles (+743)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,056 miles
    Test number
    962208250558
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass103,313 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    103,313 miles
    Test number
    931105635238
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both side (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill slightly corroded

  16. Fail101,310 miles (+3,790)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,310 miles
    Test number
    127677015248
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both side (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill slightly corroded

  17. Pass97,520 miles (+3,416)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    97,520 miles
    Test number
    427272664792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass94,104 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    94,104 miles
    Test number
    438733894858
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

  19. Fail94,083 miles (+5,877)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,083 miles
    Test number
    633799963544
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play back (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass88,206 miles (+13,287)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    88,206 miles
    Test number
    389619484208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass74,919 miles (+4,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    74,919 miles
    Test number
    819777863251
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass70,121 miles (+6,861)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    70,121 miles
    Test number
    299068552228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,260 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    63,260 miles
    Test number
    856956631281
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine Management Light On

  24. Fail63,260 miles (+57,000)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,260 miles
    Test number
    377156731491
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine Management Light On

  25. Pass6,260 miles (-56,345)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    6,260 miles
    Test number
    244705930268
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail62,605 miles (+4,989)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,605 miles
    Test number
    720322730219
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass57,616 miles (+595)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,616 miles
    Test number
    264391709294
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass57,021 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,021 miles
    Test number
    752490438022
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail57,021 miles (+1,477)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,021 miles
    Test number
    884139128042
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  30. Pass55,544 miles (+1,550)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    55,544 miles
    Test number
    641742237040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass53,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    53,994 miles
    Test number
    852803326076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y242 MES

Does Y242 MES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y242 MES is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y242 MES?
The MOT on Y242 MES is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y242 MES done?
Y242 MES was recorded at 116,030 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 3,134 miles a year.
Has Y242 MES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 MES has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y242 MES ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y242 MES find?
Y242 MES passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; underside rusty.

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