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BMW 535

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

Y3 CUXMOT history

Y3 CUX is a grey diesel BMW 535 first used on 29 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 168,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

Y3 CUX grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
168,994 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 CUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 CUX was last recorded at 168,994 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 21,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,078 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
21,916 miles
Average per year
7,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,994 miles
  • 2025 – 147,078 miles
  • 2024 – 137,387 miles
  • 2023 – 130,149 miles
  • 2022 – 125,399 miles
  • 2021 – 115,864 miles
  • 2020 – 113,797 miles
  • 2019 – 108,609 miles
  • 2018 – 104,618 miles
  • 2017 – 98,894 miles
  • 2016 – 93,730 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,994 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear arms inner bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,994 miles (+21,916)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    168,994 miles
    Test number
    254401574239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass147,078 miles (+9,691)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    147,078 miles
    Test number
    655765260204
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass137,387 miles (+7,238)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    137,387 miles
    Test number
    938643849011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass130,149 miles (+4,750)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    130,149 miles
    Test number
    570928477469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass125,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    125,399 miles
    Test number
    275404872319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail125,399 miles (+9,535)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,399 miles
    Test number
    404500648993
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass115,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    115,864 miles
    Test number
    430579582308
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres are wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail115,864 miles (+2,067)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,864 miles
    Test number
    227460031667
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres are wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass113,797 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    113,797 miles
    Test number
    950490712292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail113,797 miles (+5,188)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,797 miles
    Test number
    408511581805
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass108,609 miles (+3,991)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,609 miles
    Test number
    818387619395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre shows inner edge wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre heavily worn on inner edge; close to ply/cord
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and undertrays fitted
  12. Pass104,618 miles (+5,724)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    104,618 miles
    Test number
    140029993661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,894 miles (+5,164)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    98,894 miles
    Test number
    365887866649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,730 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    93,730 miles
    Test number
    897937174050
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted not allowing full inspection of components
  15. Fail93,730 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,730 miles
    Test number
    599332226469
    • FailureFront registration plate non-reflective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Questions about Y3 CUX

Does Y3 CUX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 CUX is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 CUX?
The MOT on Y3 CUX is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 CUX done?
Y3 CUX was recorded at 168,994 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 7,596 miles a year.
Has Y3 CUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 CUX has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on Y3 CUX 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 Y3 CUX find?
Y3 CUX passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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