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BMW 535

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

Y29 SFCMOT history

Y29 SFC is a black diesel BMW 535 first used on 15 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 184,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2026.

Y29 SFC black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
184,452 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y29 SFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y29 SFC was last recorded at 184,452 miles on 28 Feb 2026, 2,227 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,225 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,227 miles
Average per year
7,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,452 miles
  • 2025 – 182,225 miles
  • 2024 – 174,789 miles
  • 2023 – 163,507 miles
  • 2021 – 159,509 miles
  • 2020 – 150,082 miles
  • 2019 – 140,002 miles
  • 2018 – 127,614 miles
  • 2017 – 111,452 miles
  • 2016 – 105,087 miles
  • 2015 – 100,943 miles
  • 2014 – 94,724 miles
  • 2013 – 88,316 miles
  • 2012 – 82,193 miles
  • 2011 – 76,113 miles
  • 2010 – 70,396 miles
  • 2009 – 63,653 miles
  • 2008 – 57,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,452 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    184,452 miles
    Test number
    984973549464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail184,452 miles (+2,227)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,452 miles
    Test number
    239876693881
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Pass182,225 miles (+7,436)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    182,225 miles
    Test number
    616365689509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass174,789 miles (+11,282)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    174,789 miles
    Test number
    397948524722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass163,507 miles (+3,998)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    163,507 miles
    Test number
    319569494354
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  6. Pass159,509 miles (+9,427)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    159,509 miles
    Test number
    259397870761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass150,082 miles (+10,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    150,082 miles
    Test number
    523914067414
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass140,002 miles (+12,388)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    140,002 miles
    Test number
    641276833309
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass127,614 miles (+16,162)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    127,614 miles
    Test number
    467499301485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,452 miles (+6,365)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    111,452 miles
    Test number
    544612832397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass105,087 miles (+4,144)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    105,087 miles
    Test number
    554766020829
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy. (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  12. Pass100,943 miles (+6,219)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    100,943 miles
    Test number
    255241126305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,724 miles (+18)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    94,724 miles
    Test number
    519617744279
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Fail94,706 miles (+6,390)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,706 miles
    Test number
    579076744243
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass88,316 miles (+6,123)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    88,316 miles
    Test number
    725143453228
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnable to gain any smoke check readings (engine so clean)
  16. Pass82,193 miles (+6,080)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    82,193 miles
    Test number
    348462822443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,113 miles (+5,717)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,113 miles
    Test number
    539448571150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    70,396 miles
    Test number
    344874900470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,396 miles (+6,743)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,396 miles
    Test number
    864723000255
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWipers smearing on screen
  20. Pass63,653 miles (+5,813)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    63,653 miles
    Test number
    822523709239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    57,840 miles
    Test number
    974844208251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y29 SFC

Does Y29 SFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y29 SFC is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y29 SFC?
The MOT on Y29 SFC is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y29 SFC done?
Y29 SFC was recorded at 184,452 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2026, an average of 7,192 miles a year.
Has Y29 SFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y29 SFC has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y29 SFC 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 Y29 SFC find?
Y29 SFC passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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