Yes, R22 DEA is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 August 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for R22 DEA?

The MOT for R22 DEA is valid and due for renewal on or before 17 June 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R22 DEA?

The recorded mileage for R22 DEA is 124,062 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R22 DEA ULEZ compliant?

No, R22 DEA does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

1997 BMW 535 3.5L Petrol · R22 DEA

R22 DEA

1997 BMW 535 (3.5L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 124,062 miles. MOT valid until 17/06/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 535
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 17/06/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/08/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 124,062 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 3.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 17/06/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/08/2027

Mileage: 124,062 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1997
Engine: 3498cc

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R22 DEA Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 19/06/2026
124,062 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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R22 DEA Mileage History

18/07/2024123,138 mi
18/07/2024123,145 mi+7 mi
18/07/2025123,562 mi+417 mi
19/06/2026124,062 mi+500 mi
19/06/2026124,062 mi

Average of roughly 482 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R22 DEA MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 1 Sept 2026, 23:45

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 BMW 535 (R22 DEA) between July 2024 and June 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 19 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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