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BMW 535

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

Y5 DBJMOT history

Y5 DBJ is a silver diesel BMW 535 first used on 12 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 154,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

Y5 DBJ silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
154,120 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 DBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 DBJ was last recorded at 154,120 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 5,726 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,394 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,726 miles
Average per year
8,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,120 miles
  • 2025 – 148,394 miles
  • 2024 – 144,579 miles
  • 2023 – 136,960 miles
  • 2022 – 124,007 miles
  • 2021 – 112,907 miles
  • 2020 – 111,543 miles
  • 2019 – 108,338 miles
  • 2018 – 103,940 miles
  • 2017 – 93,336 miles
  • 2016 – 86,263 miles
  • 2015 – 82,223 miles
  • 2014 – 69,856 miles
  • 2013 – 50,444 miles
  • 2012 – 30,457 miles
  • 2011 – 21,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,120 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,120 miles (+5,726)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    154,120 miles
    Test number
    861619002610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass148,394 miles (+3,815)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    148,394 miles
    Test number
    398235950006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass144,579 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    144,579 miles
    Test number
    738746899517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail144,558 miles (+7,598)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,558 miles
    Test number
    442068614247
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass136,960 miles (+7,031)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    136,960 miles
    Test number
    999887396486
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass129,929 miles (+5,922)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    129,929 miles
    Test number
    497394851657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,007 miles (+11,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    124,007 miles
    Test number
    293213571979
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass112,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    112,907 miles
    Test number
    719858299389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,907 miles (+1,364)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,907 miles
    Test number
    974605955811
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass111,543 miles (+3,205)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,543 miles
    Test number
    153807530420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,338 miles (+4,398)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    108,338 miles
    Test number
    110647677283
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Pass103,940 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    103,940 miles
    Test number
    807187762664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  13. Fail103,939 miles (+10,603)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,939 miles
    Test number
    549509974963
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass93,336 miles (+7,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    93,336 miles
    Test number
    861695268362
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass86,263 miles (+4,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    86,263 miles
    Test number
    235865018374
    • 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)

  16. Pass82,223 miles (+12,367)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,223 miles
    Test number
    228713245088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,856 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    399091434048
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail69,856 miles (+19,412)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    638141934063
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass50,444 miles (+19,987)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    50,444 miles
    Test number
    569038823059
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass30,457 miles (+8,651)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    30,457 miles
    Test number
    695245742037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    21,806 miles
    Test number
    996864621029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y5 DBJ

Does Y5 DBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 DBJ is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 DBJ?
The MOT on Y5 DBJ is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 DBJ done?
Y5 DBJ was recorded at 154,120 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 8,428 miles a year.
Has Y5 DBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 DBJ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on Y5 DBJ 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 Y5 DBJ find?
Y5 DBJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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