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BMW 530

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y887 FNHMOT history

Y887 FNH is a green petrol BMW 530 first used on 25 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 104,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
104,804 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y887 FNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y887 FNH was last recorded at 104,804 miles on 1 Oct 2025, 1,956 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,848 miles · 16 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,956 miles
Average per year
3,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,804 miles
  • 2024 – 102,848 miles
  • 2023 – 101,348 miles
  • 2022 – 100,603 miles
  • 2021 – 99,784 miles
  • 2020 – 99,134 miles
  • 2019 – 98,476 miles
  • 2018 – 96,287 miles
  • 2017 – 94,168 miles
  • 2016 – 91,062 miles
  • 2015 – 88,068 miles
  • 2014 – 83,304 miles
  • 2013 – 78,946 miles
  • 2012 – 73,492 miles
  • 2011 – 63,760 miles
  • 2010 – 52,116 miles
  • 2009 – 44,113 miles
  • 2008 – 39,873 miles
  • 2007 – 34,835 miles
  • 2006 – 30,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,804 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory11 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,804 miles (+1,956)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    104,804 miles
    Test number
    973637766918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass102,848 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    102,848 miles
    Test number
    209736262047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail102,842 miles (+1,494)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,842 miles
    Test number
    921258955059
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass101,348 miles (+745)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    101,348 miles
    Test number
    862000568933
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,603 miles (+819)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    100,603 miles
    Test number
    545141334204
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass99,784 miles (+650)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,784 miles
    Test number
    367018976522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOuter sills trimmed

  7. Pass99,134 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    99,134 miles
    Test number
    398945086327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail99,133 miles (+657)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,133 miles
    Test number
    907366892020
    • MajorFront Power steering component insecure hose (2.1.5 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass98,476 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    98,476 miles
    Test number
    956842125048
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs corroded

  10. Fail98,468 miles (+2,181)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,468 miles
    Test number
    437955689462
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear around fuel tank to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged to rear , around fuel tank to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs corroded

  11. Pass96,287 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    96,287 miles
    Test number
    821617561003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  12. Fail96,278 miles (+2,110)4 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,278 miles
    Test number
    549907210489
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 265/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 265/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  13. Pass94,168 miles (+3,106)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    94,168 miles
    Test number
    625595196091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,062 miles (+2,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    91,062 miles
    Test number
    691573933082
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass88,068 miles (+4,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    88,068 miles
    Test number
    804770337690
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake noisey - recommend brake check

  16. Pass83,304 miles (+4,358)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    83,304 miles
    Test number
    716458444265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass78,946 miles7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    78,946 miles
    Test number
    399926053466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • 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. Fail78,946 miles (+5,454)3 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,946 miles
    Test number
    186225353289
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • 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. Pass73,492 miles (+2)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    73,492 miles
    Test number
    639174052232
    • 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. Fail73,490 miles (+9,730)3 failures1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,490 miles
    Test number
    245700352215
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteMisting inside the o/s/f headlamp
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass63,760 miles (+11,644)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    63,760 miles
    Test number
    235104201460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass52,116 miles (+8,003)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,116 miles
    Test number
    340589190089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,113 miles (+4,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,113 miles
    Test number
    284391519134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass39,873 miles (+5,038)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,873 miles
    Test number
    191953138149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,835 miles (+4,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,835 miles
    Test number
    202085647459
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass30,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,378 miles
    Test number
    334646746166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y887 FNH

Does Y887 FNH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y887 FNH expired on 15 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y887 FNH?
The MOT on Y887 FNH expired on 15 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y887 FNH done?
Y887 FNH was recorded at 104,804 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2025, an average of 3,846 miles a year.
Has Y887 FNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y887 FNH has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on Y887 FNH 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 Y887 FNH find?
Y887 FNH passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded.

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