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BMW 728

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T230 TBAMOT history

T230 TBA is a silver petrol BMW 728 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 136,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
136,799 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T230 TBA
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 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T230 TBA was last recorded at 136,799 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 1,967 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,832 miles · 4 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,967 miles
Average per year
3,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,799 miles
  • 2025 – 134,832 miles
  • 2024 – 132,939 miles
  • 2023 – 129,485 miles
  • 2022 – 126,273 miles
  • 2021 – 123,296 miles
  • 2020 – 122,472 miles
  • 2019 – 122,442 miles
  • 2018 – 120,755 miles
  • 2017 – 109,368 miles
  • 2016 – 103,632 miles
  • 2015 – 95,921 miles
  • 2014 – 87,907 miles
  • 2013 – 81,719 miles
  • 2012 – 78,663 miles
  • 2011 – 75,897 miles
  • 2010 – 73,071 miles
  • 2009 – 69,874 miles
  • 2008 – 65,883 miles
  • 2007 – 60,902 miles
  • 2006 – 56,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,799 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Bothsides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Bothsides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Sill cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,799 miles (+1,967)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    136,799 miles
    Test number
    185416924275
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass134,832 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    134,832 miles
    Test number
    567282919753
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail134,832 miles (+1,893)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,832 miles
    Test number
    891586552173
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,939 miles (+3,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    132,939 miles
    Test number
    796050882595
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass129,485 miles (+3,212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    129,485 miles
    Test number
    192155940662
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,273 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    126,273 miles
    Test number
    326101233849
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySill cover fitted

  7. Fail126,261 miles (+2,965)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,261 miles
    Test number
    903618001075
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting osr sill jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySill cover fitted

  8. Pass123,296 miles (+824)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    123,296 miles
    Test number
    638095528729
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass122,472 miles (+30)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,472 miles
    Test number
    284233097239
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass122,442 miles (+1,687)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    122,442 miles
    Test number
    910126668560
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Bothsides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Bothsides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass120,755 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    120,755 miles
    Test number
    644681270444
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail120,745 miles (+11,377)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,745 miles
    Test number
    688095047478
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass109,368 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    109,368 miles
    Test number
    342284077164
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail109,368 miles (+5,736)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,368 miles
    Test number
    259332952774
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass103,632 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    103,632 miles
    Test number
    946132417920
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering joint

  16. Fail103,632 miles (+7,711)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,632 miles
    Test number
    599903007024
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering joint

  17. Pass95,921 miles (+8,014)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,921 miles
    Test number
    736586965186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,907 miles (+6,188)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,907 miles
    Test number
    237297464406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,719 miles (+3,056)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    81,719 miles
    Test number
    327469563131
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r suspension bush

  20. Pass78,663 miles (+2,766)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,663 miles
    Test number
    478317262183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,897 miles (+2,826)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    75,897 miles
    Test number
    968098861135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,071 miles (+3,197)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    73,071 miles
    Test number
    312309360115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,874 miles (+3,991)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    69,874 miles
    Test number
    413773879184
    • NoteSlight play in both rear lower suspension bushes

  24. Pass65,883 miles (+4,981)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    65,883 miles
    Test number
    792415068194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,902 miles (+4,386)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    60,902 miles
    Test number
    924229067191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    56,516 miles
    Test number
    134541276122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T230 TBA

Does T230 TBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T230 TBA is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T230 TBA?
The MOT on T230 TBA is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T230 TBA done?
T230 TBA was recorded at 136,799 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,965 miles a year.
Has T230 TBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T230 TBA has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T230 TBA 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 T230 TBA find?
T230 TBA passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside rear fuel hose deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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