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BMW 528

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T163 MLBMOT history

T163 MLB is a grey petrol BMW 528 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 23 of 27 MOT tests, with 141,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
141,489 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
23 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T163 MLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T163 MLB was last recorded at 141,489 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 3,263 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,226 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,263 miles
Average per year
4,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,489 miles
  • 2025 – 138,226 miles
  • 2024 – 135,131 miles
  • 2023 – 130,819 miles
  • 2022 – 127,497 miles
  • 2021 – 124,778 miles
  • 2020 – 122,291 miles
  • 2019 – 119,225 miles
  • 2018 – 115,378 miles
  • 2017 – 111,663 miles
  • 2016 – 107,097 miles
  • 2015 – 102,974 miles
  • 2014 – 98,772 miles
  • 2013 – 93,704 miles
  • 2012 – 88,279 miles
  • 2011 – 82,623 miles
  • 2010 – 77,181 miles
  • 2009 – 74,476 miles
  • 2008 – 69,085 miles
  • 2007 – 63,500 miles
  • 2006 – 56,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,489 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front rear control arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass141,489 miles (+3,263)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    141,489 miles
    Test number
    879976583824
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front rear control arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass138,226 miles (+54)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    138,226 miles
    Test number
    580784155829
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail138,172 miles (+3,041)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,172 miles
    Test number
    512334502869
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass135,131 miles (+4,312)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    135,131 miles
    Test number
    616888901528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass130,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,819 miles
    Test number
    742852723697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail130,819 miles (+3,322)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,819 miles
    Test number
    321067198737
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass127,497 miles (+2,719)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    127,497 miles
    Test number
    483250290957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass124,778 miles (+2,487)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    124,778 miles
    Test number
    674833354601
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp lens condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass122,291 miles (+3,066)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,291 miles
    Test number
    907807996207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass119,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    119,225 miles
    Test number
    626693593937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail119,225 miles (+3,847)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,225 miles
    Test number
    254442698394
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass115,378 miles (+3,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    115,378 miles
    Test number
    315150240836
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light inoperative

  13. Pass111,663 miles (+4,566)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    111,663 miles
    Test number
    588436313250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass107,097 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    107,097 miles
    Test number
    821810235143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass102,974 miles (+4,202)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    102,974 miles
    Test number
    559189645024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,772 miles (+5,068)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    98,772 miles
    Test number
    106409864477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,704 miles (+5,425)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    93,704 miles
    Test number
    715160673079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    88,279 miles
    Test number
    365112872092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail88,279 miles (+5,656)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,279 miles
    Test number
    166682572463
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass82,623 miles (+5,442)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,623 miles
    Test number
    155490771456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,181 miles (+2,705)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    77,181 miles
    Test number
    153031170427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,476 miles (+2,755)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    74,476 miles
    Test number
    231360059256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,721 miles (+2,636)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    71,721 miles
    Test number
    812500479017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,085 miles (+2,520)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    69,085 miles
    Test number
    492873358250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,565 miles (+3,065)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    66,565 miles
    Test number
    263690778028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass63,500 miles (+7,270)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    63,500 miles
    Test number
    450883157238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    56,230 miles
    Test number
    151154356221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T163 MLB

Does T163 MLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T163 MLB is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T163 MLB?
The MOT on T163 MLB is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T163 MLB done?
T163 MLB was recorded at 141,489 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 4,386 miles a year.
Has T163 MLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T163 MLB has failed 4 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T163 MLB 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 T163 MLB find?
T163 MLB passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front rear control arms; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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