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BMW 528

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T235 LRNMOT history

T235 LRN is a blue petrol BMW 528 first used on 27 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 241,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
241,370 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T235 LRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T235 LRN was last recorded at 241,370 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 2,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Mar 2012: 105,659 miles, lower than 141,297 miles on 15 Mar 2011.

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
239,256 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,114 miles
Average per year
8,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 241,370 miles
  • 2024 – 239,256 miles
  • 2023 – 235,701 miles
  • 2022 – 229,609 miles
  • 2021 – 220,920 miles
  • 2020 – 209,272 miles
  • 2019 – 199,424 miles
  • 2018 – 189,053 miles
  • 2017 – 179,369 miles
  • 2016 – 171,739 miles
  • 2015 – 166,020 miles
  • 2014 – 161,234 miles
  • 2013 – 154,998 miles
  • 2012 – 105,659 miles
  • 2011 – 141,297 miles
  • 2010 – 126,677 miles
  • 2009 – 108,734 miles
  • 2008 – 89,740 miles
  • 2007 – 78,897 miles
  • 2006 – 67,653 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass241,370 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front wipers (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass241,370 miles (+2,114)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    241,370 miles
    Test number
    392443552928
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front wipers (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass239,256 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    239,256 miles
    Test number
    355046743256
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light corrosion to underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  3. Fail239,250 miles (+3,549)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,250 miles
    Test number
    769728078905
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (within 30cm of subframe mounting) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  4. Pass235,701 miles (+8)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    235,701 miles
    Test number
    346665751786
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel tank support strap loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive TRANSMISSION (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail235,693 miles (+6,084)1 dangerous7 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,693 miles
    Test number
    463618426190
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel tank support strap loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass229,609 miles (+8,689)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    229,609 miles
    Test number
    575887323879
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged shoulder is worn near to zero (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass220,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    220,920 miles
    Test number
    745499842677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail220,920 miles (+11,648)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,920 miles
    Test number
    144187061091
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  9. Pass209,272 miles (+9,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    209,272 miles
    Test number
    610672162153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded & covered in grease or other material offside front

  10. Pass199,424 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    199,424 miles
    Test number
    487030561721
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail199,424 miles (+10,371)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,424 miles
    Test number
    666307961055
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass189,053 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    189,053 miles
    Test number
    689274653684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm full circumference (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak drips sump area
    • AdvisoryEngine idle at times dips to near cut out

  13. Fail189,049 miles (+9,680)10 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,049 miles
    Test number
    724257904776
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe to feed nsr caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light inop (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe to feed osr caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm full circumference (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak drips sump area
    • AdvisoryEngine idle at times dips to near cut out
    • AdvisoryRear silencer heat shield corroded and sat on close to rear silence

  14. Pass179,369 miles (+7,630)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    179,369 miles
    Test number
    385573158634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass171,739 miles (+5,719)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    171,739 miles
    Test number
    756068210421
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass166,020 miles (+4,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    166,020 miles
    Test number
    595439045097
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass161,234 miles (+76)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    161,234 miles
    Test number
    369499864026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail161,158 miles (+6,160)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,158 miles
    Test number
    365913064076
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass154,998 miles (+49,339)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    154,998 miles
    Test number
    439881973091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass105,659 miles (-35,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    105,659 miles
    Test number
    125035672492
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass141,297 miles (+14,620)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    141,297 miles
    Test number
    279164571055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass126,677 miles (+17,943)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    126,677 miles
    Test number
    491034870035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass108,734 miles (+18,994)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    108,734 miles
    Test number
    752375879070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass89,740 miles (+10,843)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    89,740 miles
    Test number
    372567878067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  25. Pass78,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    78,897 miles
    Test number
    124385977480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail78,897 miles (+11,244)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,897 miles
    Test number
    102055877469
    • 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)

  27. Pass67,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    67,653 miles
    Test number
    370125976084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T235 LRN

Does T235 LRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T235 LRN is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T235 LRN?
The MOT on T235 LRN is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T235 LRN done?
T235 LRN was recorded at 241,370 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 8,847 miles a year.
Has T235 LRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T235 LRN has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T235 LRN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Mar 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T235 LRN find?
T235 LRN passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective both front wipers; central rear fuel pipe/s corroded; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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