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BMW 518

Grey · Petrol · 1994 · 1,796 cc

M128 GPDMOT history

M128 GPD is a grey petrol BMW 518 first used on 30 Sept 1994. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 117,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2023
Mileage
117,207 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2022
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M128 GPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
518
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
30 Sept 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

M128 GPD was last recorded at 117,207 miles on 5 Oct 2022, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,195 miles · 30 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 117,207 miles
  • 2021 – 115,118 miles
  • 2020 – 112,949 miles
  • 2019 – 111,334 miles
  • 2018 – 106,750 miles
  • 2017 – 102,378 miles
  • 2016 – 98,204 miles
  • 2015 – 93,778 miles
  • 2014 – 89,566 miles
  • 2013 – 84,294 miles
  • 2012 – 79,663 miles
  • 2011 – 75,022 miles
  • 2010 – 71,145 miles
  • 2009 – 67,725 miles
  • 2008 – 64,268 miles
  • 2007 – 58,651 miles
  • 2006 – 55,777 miles
  • 2005 – 54,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,207 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,207 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    117,207 miles
    Test number
    355154153611
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail117,195 miles (+2,077)1 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,195 miles
    Test number
    141649192061
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in both outer sills
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

  3. Pass115,118 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,118 miles
    Test number
    326642195170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight residue around fuel filter
    • AdvisoryWear in steering idler

  4. Fail115,117 miles (+2,168)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,117 miles
    Test number
    621891098235
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight residue around fuel filter
    • AdvisoryWear in steering idler

  5. Pass112,949 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    112,949 miles
    Test number
    540714581531
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail112,924 miles (+1,590)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,924 miles
    Test number
    697616992964
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass111,334 miles (+4,584)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,334 miles
    Test number
    376249505719
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass106,750 miles (+32)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    106,750 miles
    Test number
    833244364597
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint deteriorate
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail106,718 miles (+4,340)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,718 miles
    Test number
    975426863275
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint deteriorate
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass102,378 miles (+4,174)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    102,378 miles
    Test number
    194312905598
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion in both rear inner wheel arch areas

  11. Pass98,204 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,204 miles
    Test number
    712590601456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm tyre worn smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm tyre worn smooth on edges tyre in poor condition (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 2.2mm tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear axel bushes poor condition
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in rear wheel arch nearside and offside

  12. Fail98,204 miles (+4,426)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,204 miles
    Test number
    202125621201
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded marked with chalk (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm tyre worn smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm tyre worn smooth on edges tyre in poor condition (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 2.2mm tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear axel bushes poor condition
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in rear wheel arch nearside and offside

  13. Pass93,778 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    93,778 miles
    Test number
    509618520303
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail93,766 miles (+4,200)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,766 miles
    Test number
    952409681338
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass89,566 miles (+5,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    89,566 miles
    Test number
    257096124200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass84,294 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    84,294 miles
    Test number
    485339533294
    • NotePlastic covers fitted to both outer sills
    • NoteSlight corrosion in rear brake pipes

  17. Fail84,294 miles (+4,631)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,294 miles
    Test number
    597549333299
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlastic covers fitted to both outer sills
    • NoteSlight corrosion in rear brake pipes

  18. Pass79,663 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    79,663 miles
    Test number
    668789122212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail79,657 miles (+4,635)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,657 miles
    Test number
    865237822249
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  20. Pass75,022 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    75,022 miles
    Test number
    328827801441
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBorderline leak & loss of damping effect nearside front shock absorber, attention required.
    • NoteOffside front anti roll bar link grease boot split

  21. Fail75,022 miles (+3,877)1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,022 miles
    Test number
    447087501279
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBorderline leak & loss of damping effect nearside front shock absorber, attention required.
    • NoteOffside front anti roll bar link grease boot split

  22. Pass71,145 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,145 miles
    Test number
    994460730228
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn low on edges (stepped tread pattern)
    • NoteOffside front tyre out of shape, worn low & generally poor condition
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on inner edge, & deep cut in tread. (stepped tread pattern)

  23. Fail71,145 miles (+3,420)1 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,145 miles
    Test number
    843720430281
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn low on edges (stepped tread pattern)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on inner edge, & deep cut in tread. (stepped tread pattern)

  24. Pass67,725 miles (+3,457)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    67,725 miles
    Test number
    591195729268
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on outer edge

  25. Pass64,268 miles (+5,617)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    64,268 miles
    Test number
    350762538492
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre devoid of tread on inner edge (stepped tread pattern)

  26. Pass58,651 miles (+2,874)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    58,651 miles
    Test number
    484646327204
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake pads generally worn low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre out of shape

  27. Pass55,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    55,777 miles
    Test number
    671985436274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail55,777 miles (+1,006)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,777 miles
    Test number
    270444536258
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Fail54,771 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,771 miles
    Test number
    320458225443
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  30. Pass54,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    54,771 miles
    Test number
    374428125459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M128 GPD

Does M128 GPD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M128 GPD expired on 4 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M128 GPD?
The MOT on M128 GPD expired on 4 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M128 GPD done?
M128 GPD was recorded at 117,207 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2022, an average of 3,644 miles a year.
Has M128 GPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M128 GPD has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on M128 GPD 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 M128 GPD find?
M128 GPD passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2022 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; items removed from driver's view prior to test; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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