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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,926 cc

Y263 OFMMOT history

Y263 OFM is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 15 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 138,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

Y263 OFM blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
138,054 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,385 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y263 OFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y263 OFM was last recorded at 138,054 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,051 miles · 13 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,385 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,054 miles
  • 2025 – 135,783 miles
  • 2022 – 118,561 miles
  • 2021 – 117,455 miles
  • 2019 – 110,323 miles
  • 2018 – 104,411 miles
  • 2017 – 98,158 miles
  • 2015 – 87,310 miles
  • 2014 – 82,625 miles
  • 2013 – 74,841 miles
  • 2012 – 69,640 miles
  • 2011 – 64,588 miles
  • 2010 – 57,574 miles
  • 2009 – 49,534 miles
  • 2008 – 42,425 miles
  • 2007 – 34,841 miles
  • 2006 – 29,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,054 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))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.

  • Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside front tyre slightly worn on both edges. offside steering tie bar has slight play.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,054 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    138,054 miles
    Test number
    856329086528
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail138,051 miles (+2,268)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,051 miles
    Test number
    337452334204
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass135,783 miles (+17,222)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    135,783 miles
    Test number
    182583206559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,561 miles (+1,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    118,561 miles
    Test number
    515431007387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,455 miles (+7,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    117,455 miles
    Test number
    314805810507
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly corroded.

  6. Pass110,323 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,323 miles
    Test number
    520387278880
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly worn on both edges. offside steering tie bar has slight play.

  7. Fail110,279 miles (+5,868)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,279 miles
    Test number
    406245958775
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly worn on both edges. offside steering tie bar has slight play.

  8. Pass104,411 miles (+6,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    104,411 miles
    Test number
    354173761252
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside rear wheel.

  9. Pass98,158 miles (+10,848)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    98,158 miles
    Test number
    185122111983
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre sidewall cut.

  10. Pass87,310 miles (+4,685)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    87,310 miles
    Test number
    269471095414
    • NoteSlight play in offside front and nearside rear wheels.

  11. Pass82,625 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,625 miles
    Test number
    877534304201
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear wheel.

  12. Fail82,621 miles (+7,780)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,621 miles
    Test number
    638933804224
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear wheel.

  13. Pass74,841 miles (+5,201)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,841 miles
    Test number
    919489093103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,640 miles (+5,052)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    69,640 miles
    Test number
    426654192191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,588 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    64,588 miles
    Test number
    298048581180
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  16. Fail64,588 miles (+7,014)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,588 miles
    Test number
    135507681123
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  17. Pass57,574 miles (+8,040)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    57,574 miles
    Test number
    371774800236
    • NoteNearside wiper split on edge
    • NoteOffside handbrake low reading

  18. Pass49,534 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    49,534 miles
    Test number
    652375279194
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  19. Fail49,530 miles (+7,105)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,530 miles
    Test number
    263401479154
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  20. Pass42,425 miles (+7,584)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    42,425 miles
    Test number
    384238958103
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass34,841 miles (+5,580)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    34,841 miles
    Test number
    624275157166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,261 miles
    Test number
    580592356160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y263 OFM

Does Y263 OFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y263 OFM is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y263 OFM?
The MOT on Y263 OFM is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y263 OFM done?
Y263 OFM was recorded at 138,054 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 5,385 miles a year.
Has Y263 OFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y263 OFM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y263 OFM 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 Y263 OFM find?
Y263 OFM passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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