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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 2,993 cc

T16 DTJMOT history

T16 DTJ is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 29 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 78,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
78,998 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,351 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 DTJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
29 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 DTJ was last recorded at 78,998 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 4,039 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,959 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,039 miles
Average per year
6,351 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,998 miles
  • 2025 – 74,959 miles
  • 2024 – 69,193 miles
  • 2023 – 62,060 miles
  • 2022 – 55,286 miles
  • 2021 – 50,629 miles
  • 2020 – 47,268 miles
  • 2019 – 39,923 miles
  • 2018 – 31,607 miles
  • 2017 – 24,486 miles
  • 2016 – 15,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,998 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 headlamp lens poor due to water on inner lens

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,998 miles (+4,039)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    78,998 miles
    Test number
    368576188196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass74,959 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    74,959 miles
    Test number
    134490966129
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp lens poor due to water on inner lens

  3. Fail74,901 miles (+5,708)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,901 miles
    Test number
    345500112355
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp lens poor due to water on inner lens

  4. Pass69,193 miles (+7,133)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    69,193 miles
    Test number
    793554811706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,060 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    62,060 miles
    Test number
    101116049533
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail62,052 miles (+6,766)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,052 miles
    Test number
    992137097553
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall split open .. no air left in run flat tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass55,286 miles (+4,657)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    55,286 miles
    Test number
    511644254389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,629 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    50,629 miles
    Test number
    988707561546
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Fail50,614 miles (+3,346)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,614 miles
    Test number
    490722651800
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/45r18 rft (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvise wheel alignment checked
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass47,268 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    47,268 miles
    Test number
    374784446524
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on edges 245/45x18 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail47,268 miles (+7,345)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,268 miles
    Test number
    423723509249
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275/40x18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on edges 245/45x18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass39,923 miles (+8,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    39,923 miles
    Test number
    693586607958
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  13. Pass31,607 miles (+7,121)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    31,607 miles
    Test number
    238259100848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,486 miles (+8,679)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    24,486 miles
    Test number
    990523774196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass15,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    15,807 miles
    Test number
    248819640327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 DTJ

Does T16 DTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 DTJ is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 DTJ?
The MOT on T16 DTJ is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 DTJ done?
T16 DTJ was recorded at 78,998 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 6,351 miles a year.
Has T16 DTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 DTJ has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T16 DTJ 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 T16 DTJ find?
T16 DTJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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