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BMW 535

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,498 cc

Y8 DMAMOT history

Y8 DMA is a blue petrol BMW 535 first used on 12 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 60,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

Y8 DMA blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
60,344 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 DMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 DMA was last recorded at 60,344 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,819 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
525 miles
Average per year
1,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,344 miles
  • 2025 – 59,819 miles
  • 2024 – 59,360 miles
  • 2023 – 58,824 miles
  • 2022 – 58,318 miles
  • 2021 – 57,403 miles
  • 2020 – 56,818 miles
  • 2019 – 56,007 miles
  • 2018 – 54,325 miles
  • 2017 – 52,031 miles
  • 2016 – 46,052 miles
  • 2015 – 45,723 miles
  • 2014 – 44,016 miles
  • 2013 – 41,872 miles
  • 2012 – 39,986 miles
  • 2011 – 37,878 miles
  • 2010 – 36,012 miles
  • 2009 – 33,656 miles
  • 2008 – 30,834 miles
  • 2007 – 27,936 miles
  • 2006 – 24,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,344 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Centre Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,344 miles (+525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    60,344 miles
    Test number
    349098142992
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass59,819 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    59,819 miles
    Test number
    839098386677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass59,360 miles (+536)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    59,360 miles
    Test number
    852750171424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,824 miles (+506)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    58,824 miles
    Test number
    179006653421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,318 miles (+915)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    58,318 miles
    Test number
    861429316248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass57,403 miles (+585)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,403 miles
    Test number
    587742043736
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust covers are split both sides

  7. Pass56,818 miles (+811)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,818 miles
    Test number
    301531769311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm outer bushes slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm outer bushes slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass56,007 miles (+1,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    56,007 miles
    Test number
    937261426909
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass54,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    54,325 miles
    Test number
    509539297410
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Fail54,325 miles (+2,294)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,325 miles
    Test number
    197032638432
    • FailureBonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass52,031 miles (+5,979)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,031 miles
    Test number
    136721333474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,052 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,052 miles
    Test number
    213960376647
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  13. Fail46,052 miles (+329)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,052 miles
    Test number
    558848093066
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  14. Pass45,723 miles (+1,707)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,723 miles
    Test number
    887035275056
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f brake wear sensor not connected (insecure)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut but no cords showing

  15. Pass44,016 miles (+2,144)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,016 miles
    Test number
    699417974046
    • NoteAdvise sidewall damageon nearside front tyre

  16. Pass41,872 miles (+1,886)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,872 miles
    Test number
    745235483054
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  17. Pass39,986 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,986 miles
    Test number
    887736472015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,936 miles (+2,058)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,936 miles
    Test number
    149155872415
    • FailureFront Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs slighty worn

  19. Pass37,878 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,878 miles
    Test number
    697860571081
    • AdvisoryCentre Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail37,878 miles (+1,866)1 failure8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,878 miles
    Test number
    137089561071
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass36,012 miles (+2,356)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,012 miles
    Test number
    784058760052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,656 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,656 miles
    Test number
    770136779085
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail33,656 miles (+2,822)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,656 miles
    Test number
    920435279034
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass30,834 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,834 miles
    Test number
    123302278497
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail30,834 miles (+2,898)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,834 miles
    Test number
    482452578016
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass27,936 miles (+3,168)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    27,936 miles
    Test number
    352980667002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,768 miles
    Test number
    182300786029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 DMA

Does Y8 DMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 DMA is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 DMA?
The MOT on Y8 DMA is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 DMA done?
Y8 DMA was recorded at 60,344 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 1,783 miles a year.
Has Y8 DMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 DMA has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on Y8 DMA 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 Y8 DMA find?
Y8 DMA passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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