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BMW 740

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T235 XBXMOT history

T235 XBX is a grey petrol BMW 740 first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 123,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2023
Mileage
123,498 mi
At MOT on 29 Mar 2022
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T235 XBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
740
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T235 XBX was last recorded at 123,498 miles on 29 Mar 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,496 miles · 25 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 123,498 miles
  • 2021 – 122,685 miles
  • 2019 – 119,703 miles
  • 2015 – 110,034 miles
  • 2013 – 106,940 miles
  • 2008 – 97,282 miles
  • 2007 – 97,217 miles
  • 2006 – 95,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,498 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.

  • Coolant leak from radiator

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,498 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    123,498 miles
    Test number
    337072866431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,496 miles (+811)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,496 miles
    Test number
    208538867371
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,685 miles (+2,982)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    122,685 miles
    Test number
    497213216067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,703 miles (+81)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    119,703 miles
    Test number
    736767817642
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  5. Fail119,622 miles1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,622 miles
    Test number
    979651115291
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    326471743276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    854243688866
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass110,034 miles (+3,094)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    110,034 miles
    Test number
    806226775029
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  9. Pass106,940 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    106,940 miles
    Test number
    135391163464
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll brake discs pitted slightly

  10. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    664177049233
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. FailMileage not read6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    330925449401
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  12. Pass97,282 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    97,282 miles
    Test number
    633980048205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,238 miles (+21)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,238 miles
    Test number
    121418228263
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass97,217 miles (+2,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    97,217 miles
    Test number
    102952257115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass95,062 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    95,062 miles
    Test number
    251529056412
    • NoteParking brake just achieved 16%

  16. Fail95,062 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,062 miles
    Test number
    542739356147
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteParking brake just achieved 16%

Questions about T235 XBX

Does T235 XBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T235 XBX expired on 12 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T235 XBX?
The MOT on T235 XBX expired on 12 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T235 XBX done?
T235 XBX was recorded at 123,498 miles at its MOT on 29 Mar 2022, an average of 1,799 miles a year.
Has T235 XBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T235 XBX has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T235 XBX 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 T235 XBX find?
T235 XBX passed its latest MOT on 29 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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