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BMW 540

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 4,398 cc

T157 JTDMOT history

T157 JTD is a black petrol BMW 540 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 123,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
123,523 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T157 JTD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T157 JTD was last recorded at 123,523 miles on 28 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jul 2026: 123,523 miles, lower than 123,899 miles on 27 Aug 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
123,899 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Average per year
2,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,523 miles
  • 2025 – 123,899 miles
  • 2024 – 122,636 miles
  • 2023 – 122,437 miles
  • 2022 – 121,774 miles
  • 2021 – 121,352 miles
  • 2019 – 119,913 miles
  • 2018 – 117,552 miles
  • 2016 – 111,602 miles
  • 2015 – 106,732 miles
  • 2014 – 104,860 miles
  • 2013 – 97,791 miles
  • 2012 – 96,879 miles
  • 2010 – 92,746 miles
  • 2009 – 85,312 miles
  • 2008 – 76,340 miles
  • 2007 – 70,632 miles
  • 2006 – 63,696 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,523 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,523 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    123,523 miles
    Test number
    917095244423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail123,523 miles (-376)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,523 miles
    Test number
    939771873624
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,899 miles (+1,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    123,899 miles
    Test number
    727663696198
    • AdvisoryOuter Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass122,636 miles (+199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    122,636 miles
    Test number
    925808099312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,437 miles (+663)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    122,437 miles
    Test number
    495942803615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass121,774 miles (+422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    121,774 miles
    Test number
    875029124600
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres treads splitting (Not down to fabric)

  7. Pass121,352 miles (+1,439)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    121,352 miles
    Test number
    344118625840
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to smear

  8. Pass119,913 miles (+2,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    119,913 miles
    Test number
    800730295949
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass117,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    117,552 miles
    Test number
    201437843855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail117,552 miles (+5,950)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,552 miles
    Test number
    287793356631
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass111,602 miles (+4,870)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    111,602 miles
    Test number
    825604871937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded and nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  12. Pass106,732 miles (+1,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    106,732 miles
    Test number
    699623115295
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass104,860 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    104,860 miles
    Test number
    686396554123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail104,860 miles (+7,069)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,860 miles
    Test number
    648396054157
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass97,791 miles (+58)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    97,791 miles
    Test number
    808748653184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBattery warning light flashing on
    • NoteNearside front back plate missing

  16. Fail97,733 miles (+854)4 failures1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,733 miles
    Test number
    598814453135
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBattery warning light flashing on
    • NoteNearside front back plate missing

  17. Pass96,879 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    96,879 miles
    Test number
    417350582157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail96,878 miles (+4,132)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,878 miles
    Test number
    337089072184
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass92,746 miles (+7,434)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    92,746 miles
    Test number
    381779330403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    85,312 miles
    Test number
    444431659257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail85,312 miles (+8,972)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,312 miles
    Test number
    332894649277
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass76,340 miles (+5,708)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    76,340 miles
    Test number
    633601178016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,632 miles (+6,936)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    70,632 miles
    Test number
    154389787000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,696 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    63,696 miles
    Test number
    474886696059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail63,689 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,689 miles
    Test number
    832505696073
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T157 JTD

Does T157 JTD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T157 JTD is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T157 JTD?
The MOT on T157 JTD is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T157 JTD done?
T157 JTD was recorded at 123,523 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 2,946 miles a year.
Has T157 JTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T157 JTD has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T157 JTD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jul 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T157 JTD find?
T157 JTD passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear oil leak, but not excessive diff.

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