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BMW 740

White · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T137 MLDMOT history

T137 MLD is a white petrol BMW 740 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 131,975 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
131,975 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,335 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T137 MLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
740
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T137 MLD was last recorded at 131,975 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,961 miles · 23 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
1,335 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,975 miles
  • 2019 – 131,961 miles
  • 2007 – 120,575 miles
  • 2006 – 104,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,975 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,975 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    131,975 miles
    Test number
    355222306509
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Fail131,975 miles3 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,975 miles
    Test number
    837162495948
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (both) (3.4 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    851798953959
    • AdvisoryFront 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  4. FailMileage not read1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    536579415403
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass131,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    131,961 miles
    Test number
    552328743157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    949677503183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. PassMileage not read3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    151067540209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag system disorted
    • NoteRear both side discs worn

  8. FailMileage not read4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    502517940201
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag system disorted
    • NoteRear both side discs worn

  9. Pass120,575 miles (+15,874)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    120,575 miles
    Test number
    540226967098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,701 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    104,701 miles
    Test number
    951154556072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,698 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,698 miles
    Test number
    233463756089
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T137 MLD

Does T137 MLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T137 MLD is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T137 MLD?
The MOT on T137 MLD is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T137 MLD done?
T137 MLD was recorded at 131,975 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 1,335 miles a year.
Has T137 MLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T137 MLD has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T137 MLD 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 T137 MLD find?
T137 MLD passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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