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When is the MOT due for V178 ESO?

The MOT for V178 ESO is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 May 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of V178 ESO?

The recorded mileage for V178 ESO is 101,977 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is V178 ESO ULEZ compliant?

No, V178 ESO 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

1999 BMW 535 3.5L Petrol · V178 ESO

V178 ESO

1999 BMW 535 (3.5L, petrol). First registered 01/09/1999. Recorded mileage 101,977 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW 535
Year / Origin: 1999 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 15/05/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 101,977 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 15/05/2025

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Mileage: 101,977 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1999
Engine: 3498cc

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V178 ESO Key Findings

13 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 17/05/2024
101,977 miles recorded at latest MOT
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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V178 ESO Mileage History

22/09/200676,439 mi
18/09/200777,922 mi+1,483 mi
04/09/200879,093 mi+1,171 mi
16/09/200980,763 mi+1,670 mi
06/09/201082,045 mi+1,282 mi
17/09/201183,022 mi+977 mi
31/08/201283,871 mi+849 mi
20/09/201384,732 mi+861 mi
26/08/201485,869 mi+1,137 mi
13/11/201688,162 mi+2,293 mi
14/07/201795,909 mi+7,747 mi
12/07/2018100,598 mi+4,689 mi
17/05/2024101,977 mi+1,379 mi

Average of roughly 1,447 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.

V178 ESO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 07:47

MOT Analysis

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13 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 BMW 535 (V178 ESO) between September 2006 and May 2024.

The record contains 13 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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