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BMW 528

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T161 MLBMOT history

T161 MLB is a red petrol BMW 528 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 237,216 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
237,216 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T161 MLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T161 MLB was last recorded at 237,216 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 2,759 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Sept 2014: 137,206 miles, lower than 185,460 miles on 22 Oct 2013.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
234,457 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,759 miles
Average per year
7,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 237,216 miles
  • 2025 – 234,457 miles
  • 2023 – 234,400 miles
  • 2022 – 231,688 miles
  • 2021 – 227,286 miles
  • 2020 – 223,980 miles
  • 2017 – 194,884 miles
  • 2015 – 190,243 miles
  • 2014 – 187,406 miles
  • 2013 – 185,460 miles
  • 2012 – 181,504 miles
  • 2011 – 175,923 miles
  • 2010 – 163,362 miles
  • 2009 – 149,671 miles
  • 2008 – 135,359 miles
  • 2007 – 116,232 miles
  • 2006 – 93,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,216 miles
  • MinorRear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Sill covers and under bellys fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Lower rose joint dust boot deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear inner and outer sill corroded/holed out of suspension prescribed area and unable to view and confirm the rear lower seat belt anchorage position

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass237,216 miles (+2,759)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    237,216 miles
    Test number
    318048857033
    • MinorRear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass234,457 miles (+57)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    234,457 miles
    Test number
    575853540255
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in center (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail234,400 miles (+2,712)9 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,400 miles
    Test number
    907876785872
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative Lever broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Forward most arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative lever broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative Lever broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded around jacking points
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner cv joints have slight signs of grease around there fixings
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both have cracking on inner & outer tread sections (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned but providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass231,688 miles (+20)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    231,688 miles
    Test number
    814420720640
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower rose joint dust boot deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner and outer sill corroded/holed out of suspension prescribed area and unable to view and confirm the rear lower seat belt anchorage position
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to lightly perish in the tread section (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner sill corroded/holed out of suspension prescribed area and unable to view and confirm the rear lower seat belt anchorage position
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency 17%
    • AdvisoryRear number plate lamp housing becoming insecure

  5. Fail231,668 miles (+4,382)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,668 miles
    Test number
    396893860574
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split open (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower rose joint dust boot deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner and outer sill corroded/holed out of suspension prescribed area and unable to view and confirm the rear lower seat belt anchorage position
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to lightly perish in the tread section (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner sill corroded/holed out of suspension prescribed area and unable to view and confirm the rear lower seat belt anchorage position
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency 17%
    • AdvisoryRear number plate lamp housing becoming insecure

  6. Pass227,286 miles (+3,306)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    227,286 miles
    Test number
    516510748445
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to OS and NS outer and under sills at rear.

  7. Pass223,980 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    223,980 miles
    Test number
    963996547516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside dipped beam dim
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail223,980 miles1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,980 miles
    Test number
    926509497225
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and piece of metal buried in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside dip dim
    • AdvisoryOffside rear suspension height level sensor broken
    • AdvisoryRear prop joint leaking grease
    • AdvisorySill covers and under bellys fitted

  9. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    627197217046
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil seal leaking
    • AdvisorySill covers and under bellys fitted

  10. FailMileage not read5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    624941901297
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil seal leaking
    • AdvisorySill covers and under bellys fitted

  11. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    602371525573
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll road tyres tread close to legal limit and worn on edges

  12. FailMileage not read8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    457538774738
    • MajorAll position lamps not working ignition off (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps ignition off (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll road tyres tread close to legal limit and worn on edges

  13. FailMileage not read2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    652892584056
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  14. Pass194,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    194,884 miles
    Test number
    725396115139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    119816738156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass190,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    190,243 miles
    Test number
    456868731046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail190,243 miles (+2,837)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,243 miles
    Test number
    815393141504
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)

  18. Pass187,406 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    187,406 miles
    Test number
    255770064239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteTransmission leak

  19. Fail137,206 miles (-48,254)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,206 miles
    Test number
    387620464424
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteTransmission leak

  20. Pass185,460 miles (+53)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    185,460 miles
    Test number
    588805893266
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail185,407 miles (+3,903)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,407 miles
    Test number
    368720593463
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • 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 Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass181,504 miles (+5,581)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    181,504 miles
    Test number
    158655852241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp on
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear parking brake slightly low effort
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner edge worn
    • NoteScrew in nearside rear tyre

  23. Fail175,923 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,923 miles
    Test number
    298170351240
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass175,923 miles (+12,561)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    175,923 miles
    Test number
    468880951281
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Fail163,362 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,362 miles
    Test number
    180646750238
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass163,362 miles (+13,691)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    163,362 miles
    Test number
    423576450206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass149,671 miles (+14,312)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    149,671 miles
    Test number
    593558459270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass135,359 miles (+19,127)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    135,359 miles
    Test number
    203561368260
    • NoteOffside front light unit condensation filled
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition

  29. Pass116,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    116,232 miles
    Test number
    604873037280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail116,232 miles (+23,179)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,232 miles
    Test number
    262383537223
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass93,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    93,053 miles
    Test number
    162235636426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T161 MLB

Does T161 MLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T161 MLB is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T161 MLB?
The MOT on T161 MLB is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T161 MLB done?
T161 MLB was recorded at 237,216 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 7,155 miles a year.
Has T161 MLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T161 MLB has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T161 MLB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Sept 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T161 MLB find?
T161 MLB passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: rear prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 5 more.

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