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BMW 530

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,926 cc

Y875 VFFMOT history

Y875 VFF is a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 304,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2021.

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MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2022
Mileage
304,568 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
14,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y875 VFF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y875 VFF was last recorded at 304,568 miles on 9 Dec 2021, 3,543 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
301,025 miles · 10 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
3,543 miles
Average per year
14,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 304,568 miles
  • 2020 – 301,025 miles
  • 2019 – 295,862 miles
  • 2018 – 283,778 miles
  • 2017 – 269,974 miles
  • 2016 – 257,493 miles
  • 2015 – 225,620 miles
  • 2014 – 206,378 miles
  • 2013 – 186,692 miles
  • 2012 – 169,162 miles
  • 2011 – 151,329 miles
  • 2010 – 131,173 miles
  • 2009 – 111,282 miles
  • 2008 – 92,466 miles
  • 2007 – 90,810 miles
  • 2006 – 78,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass304,568 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass304,568 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    304,568 miles
    Test number
    872523949409
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail304,568 miles (+3,543)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    304,568 miles
    Test number
    574124167634
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass301,025 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    301,025 miles
    Test number
    930640954950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail301,022 miles (+5,160)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    301,022 miles
    Test number
    879889070521
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury WHEEL ARCH (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass295,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    295,862 miles
    Test number
    271979086168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail295,852 miles (+12,074)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    295,852 miles
    Test number
    974726564262
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass283,778 miles (+13,804)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    283,778 miles
    Test number
    377380141150
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeat Shield Loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Disk Back Plate Loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Disk Back Plate Loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass269,974 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    269,974 miles
    Test number
    597138046487
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  9. Fail269,970 miles (+12,477)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,970 miles
    Test number
    514738557465
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  10. Pass257,493 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    257,493 miles
    Test number
    984846873533
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm both sides (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail257,493 miles (+14,308)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,493 miles
    Test number
    634235945832
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm both sides (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass243,185 miles (+17,565)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    243,185 miles
    Test number
    792375269013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass225,620 miles (+19,242)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    225,620 miles
    Test number
    627384315074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass206,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    206,378 miles
    Test number
    105134714435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail206,378 miles (+19,686)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,378 miles
    Test number
    575223814023
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass186,692 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    186,692 miles
    Test number
    777949103085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail186,689 miles (+17,527)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,689 miles
    Test number
    189527503019
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  18. Pass169,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    169,162 miles
    Test number
    155512512434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail169,160 miles (+17,831)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,160 miles
    Test number
    579712712090
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass151,329 miles (+20,156)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    151,329 miles
    Test number
    405681911036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass131,173 miles (+19,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    131,173 miles
    Test number
    194847300486
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass111,282 miles (+18,816)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    111,282 miles
    Test number
    254345119039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass92,466 miles (+1,656)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    92,466 miles
    Test number
    220648218007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass90,810 miles (+12,627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    90,810 miles
    Test number
    724799187293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass78,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    78,183 miles
    Test number
    262362356476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y875 VFF

Does Y875 VFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y875 VFF expired on 11 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y875 VFF?
The MOT on Y875 VFF expired on 11 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y875 VFF done?
Y875 VFF was recorded at 304,568 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2021, an average of 14,583 miles a year.
Has Y875 VFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y875 VFF has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y875 VFF 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 Y875 VFF find?
Y875 VFF passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2021 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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