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BMW 728

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T147 BFJMOT history

T147 BFJ is a silver petrol BMW 728 first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 58,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Nov 2024
Mileage
58,519 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2023
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T147 BFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
728
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T147 BFJ was last recorded at 58,519 miles on 7 Nov 2023, 103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,416 miles · 4 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
103 miles
Average per year
1,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 58,519 miles
  • 2022 – 58,416 miles
  • 2021 – 58,316 miles
  • 2020 – 58,178 miles
  • 2019 – 58,059 miles
  • 2018 – 56,842 miles
  • 2017 – 55,539 miles
  • 2016 – 54,639 miles
  • 2015 – 53,386 miles
  • 2014 – 52,626 miles
  • 2013 – 52,117 miles
  • 2012 – 51,360 miles
  • 2011 – 50,876 miles
  • 2010 – 49,568 miles
  • 2009 – 47,129 miles
  • 2008 – 44,941 miles
  • 2007 – 41,434 miles
  • 2006 – 37,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,519 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront wipers are streaky.
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Parking brake warning light on, Parking brake released.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe starting too corrode at underside of vehicle where bracket secures brake pipe too floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both front lower rear most suspension arms corroded and rubber bushes deteriorated but not excessive at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front o/s/f and n/s/f tyre valves perrishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,519 miles (+103)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    58,519 miles
    Test number
    223825945512
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers are streaky.
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass58,416 miles (+100)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    58,416 miles
    Test number
    594949644552
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear arches and rear inner sill area
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on various suspension component's
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe starting too corrode at underside of vehicle where bracket secures brake pipe too floor
    • AdvisoryParking brake warning light on, Parking brake released.

  3. Pass58,316 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,316 miles
    Test number
    900381355428
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe starting too corrode at underside of vehicle where bracket secures brake pipe too floor (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake warning light on, Parking brake released.

  4. Fail58,304 miles (+126)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,304 miles
    Test number
    426089402052
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel pipe insecure fuel filler pipe rubber hose connection insecure, securing clip corroded away. (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/f lower front suspension arm outer ball joint gaiter (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe starting too corrode at underside of vehicle where bracket secures brake pipe too floor (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake warning light on, Parking brake released.

  5. Pass58,178 miles (+119)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    58,178 miles
    Test number
    425404611784
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower rear most suspension arms corroded and rubber bushes deteriorated but not excessive at time of test
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass58,059 miles (+1,217)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    58,059 miles
    Test number
    940378899331
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower rear most suspension arms corroded and rubber bushes deteriorated but not excessive at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass56,842 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    56,842 miles
    Test number
    436948392505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail56,180 miles (+641)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,180 miles
    Test number
    358295466886
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front most (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill close to jacking block (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill close to jacking block (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front most (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass55,539 miles (+900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    55,539 miles
    Test number
    369172585695
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear outer sills - Has covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sill
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both rear inner sills

  10. Pass54,639 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,639 miles
    Test number
    935804545142
    • AdvisoryFront o/s/f and n/s/f tyre valves perrishing
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroding (near jacking block) (5.2.6)

  11. Fail54,639 miles (+1,253)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,639 miles
    Test number
    118914275413
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront o/s/f and n/s/f tyre valves perrishing
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroding (near jacking block) (5.2.6)

  12. Pass53,386 miles (+760)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    53,386 miles
    Test number
    467322051772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,626 miles (+509)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,626 miles
    Test number
    869455394236
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to offside rear sill

  14. Pass52,117 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    52,117 miles
    Test number
    217247093256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,360 miles (+484)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    51,360 miles
    Test number
    828428792275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,876 miles (+1,308)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    50,876 miles
    Test number
    849040901304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,568 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    49,568 miles
    Test number
    162280700376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Fail49,568 miles (+605)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,568 miles
    Test number
    180470800365
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass48,963 miles (+1,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,963 miles
    Test number
    784627610162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass47,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,129 miles
    Test number
    490845229188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,129 miles (+2,188)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,129 miles
    Test number
    501685329197
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass44,941 miles (+3,507)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,941 miles
    Test number
    892212508133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,434 miles (+3,982)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,434 miles
    Test number
    783091587013
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades starting to split at ends

  24. Pass37,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    37,452 miles
    Test number
    914269286092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T147 BFJ

Does T147 BFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T147 BFJ expired on 7 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T147 BFJ?
The MOT on T147 BFJ expired on 7 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T147 BFJ done?
T147 BFJ was recorded at 58,519 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2023, an average of 1,197 miles a year.
Has T147 BFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T147 BFJ has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T147 BFJ 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 T147 BFJ find?
T147 BFJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front wipers are streaky., and 2 more.

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