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BMW 530

Purple · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y49 BPMMOT history

Y49 BPM is a purple petrol BMW 530 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 170,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

Y49 BPM purple BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
170,821 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y49 BPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y49 BPM was last recorded at 170,821 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 5,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,127 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,694 miles
Average per year
4,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,821 miles
  • 2024 – 165,127 miles
  • 2023 – 159,048 miles
  • 2022 – 158,400 miles
  • 2021 – 158,003 miles
  • 2020 – 157,350 miles
  • 2019 – 157,182 miles
  • 2018 – 153,972 miles
  • 2016 – 146,438 miles
  • 2015 – 142,705 miles
  • 2014 – 139,343 miles
  • 2013 – 134,994 miles
  • 2012 – 131,123 miles
  • 2011 – 128,991 miles
  • 2010 – 126,678 miles
  • 2009 – 123,327 miles
  • 2008 – 118,926 miles
  • 2007 – 107,317 miles
  • 2006 – 82,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,821 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front tyre cut outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,821 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    170,821 miles
    Test number
    796068404114
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail170,821 miles (+5,694)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,821 miles
    Test number
    172468491774
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass165,127 miles (+6,079)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    165,127 miles
    Test number
    989969341923
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass159,048 miles (+648)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    159,048 miles
    Test number
    985489775727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass158,400 miles (+397)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    158,400 miles
    Test number
    855072952032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass158,003 miles (+653)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    158,003 miles
    Test number
    985767507895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass157,350 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    157,350 miles
    Test number
    299270289187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass157,182 miles (+3,210)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    157,182 miles
    Test number
    855183002831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass153,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    153,972 miles
    Test number
    813201771277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail153,972 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,972 miles
    Test number
    807064639588
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    882262627063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn inner edge

  12. FailMileage not read1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    173366960904
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn inner edge

  13. Pass146,438 miles (+3,733)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    146,438 miles
    Test number
    588872250326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower rear ball joint slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar drop links top boots damaged
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash

  14. Pass142,705 miles (+3,362)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    142,705 miles
    Test number
    415621942352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower rear bottom ball joint slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front metal brake pipe corroding

  15. Pass139,343 miles (+4,349)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    139,343 miles
    Test number
    545422854359
    • NoteSlight play offside front steering arm

  16. Pass134,994 miles (+3,871)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    134,994 miles
    Test number
    457151143458
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSill kit fitted

  17. Pass131,123 miles (+2,132)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    131,123 miles
    Test number
    457299852391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass128,991 miles (+2,313)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    128,991 miles
    Test number
    276379641311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake discs rusty
    • NoteLarge plastic covers fitted and front damaged

  19. Pass126,678 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    126,678 miles
    Test number
    762874300344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail126,647 miles (+3,320)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,647 miles
    Test number
    461513100487
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass123,327 miles (+4,401)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    123,327 miles
    Test number
    131760949231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass118,926 miles (+11,609)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    118,926 miles
    Test number
    721668698108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass107,317 miles (+25,223)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    107,317 miles
    Test number
    190705107280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass82,094 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    82,094 miles
    Test number
    230053286076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y49 BPM

Does Y49 BPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y49 BPM is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y49 BPM?
The MOT on Y49 BPM is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y49 BPM done?
Y49 BPM was recorded at 170,821 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 4,484 miles a year.
Has Y49 BPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y49 BPM has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y49 BPM 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 Y49 BPM find?
Y49 BPM passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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