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BMW 5 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T240 BFEMOT history

T240 BFE is a green petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 222,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2023
Mileage
222,278 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T240 BFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T240 BFE was last recorded at 222,278 miles on 11 Nov 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,278 miles · 1 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 222,278 miles
  • 2021 – 220,416 miles
  • 2020 – 214,528 miles
  • 2018 – 205,848 miles
  • 2017 – 200,876 miles
  • 2016 – 193,823 miles
  • 2015 – 187,683 miles
  • 2013 – 178,919 miles
  • 2012 – 175,207 miles
  • 2011 – 169,834 miles
  • 2010 – 161,680 miles
  • 2009 – 154,244 miles
  • 2008 – 137,873 miles
  • 2007 – 128,509 miles
  • 2006 – 117,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,278 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer rose bush ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer rose bush ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay found in rack itself through split rack gaitersRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,278 miles5 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    222,278 miles
    Test number
    536369030043
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer rose bush ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer rose bush ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay found in rack itself through split rack gaiters
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail222,278 miles (+111)5 major6 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,278 miles
    Test number
    131553048059
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer rose bush ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer rose bush ***strong advise*** (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay found in rack itself through split rack gaiters
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail222,167 miles (+1,751)6 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,167 miles
    Test number
    710878386170
    • MajorFront Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective not secure or locked (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Wheel bearing has excessive play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides marked yellow (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass220,416 miles (+488)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    220,416 miles
    Test number
    754052396362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail219,928 miles (+5,400)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,928 miles
    Test number
    660096987564
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass214,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    214,528 miles
    Test number
    549321292739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail214,528 miles (+6)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,528 miles
    Test number
    639522320509
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail214,522 miles (+8,674)9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,522 miles
    Test number
    325057041690
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNABLE TO OPEN BOOT FOR INSIDE INSPECTION

  9. Pass205,848 miles (+4,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    205,848 miles
    Test number
    663002069161
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass200,876 miles (+7,053)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    200,876 miles
    Test number
    683053512454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass193,823 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    193,823 miles
    Test number
    500146740348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail193,793 miles (+6,110)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,793 miles
    Test number
    706455463925
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort both sides (3.7.B.6a)

  13. Pass187,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    187,683 miles
    Test number
    549250806467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail187,683 miles (+8,764)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,683 miles
    Test number
    940036735971
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  15. Pass178,919 miles (+3,712)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    178,919 miles
    Test number
    575328893109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (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)
    • NoteUnable to get clear view of brake pads

  16. Pass175,207 miles (+5,373)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    175,207 miles
    Test number
    428405082179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront wipers deteriorated
    • NoteUnable to gain view of brake pads

  17. Pass169,834 miles (+8,154)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    169,834 miles
    Test number
    596558601216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass161,680 miles (+7,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    161,680 miles
    Test number
    562138090132
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass154,244 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    154,244 miles
    Test number
    331449609467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Fail154,131 miles (+16,258)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,131 miles
    Test number
    133144109299
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass137,873 miles (+9,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    137,873 miles
    Test number
    851247868049
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass128,509 miles (+11,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    128,509 miles
    Test number
    830204367067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass117,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    117,037 miles
    Test number
    250552556081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T240 BFE

Does T240 BFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T240 BFE expired on 10 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T240 BFE?
The MOT on T240 BFE expired on 10 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T240 BFE done?
T240 BFE was recorded at 222,278 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2022, an average of 6,294 miles a year.
Has T240 BFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T240 BFE has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T240 BFE 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 T240 BFE find?
T240 BFE passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2022 with 5 minor defects and 19 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ***strong advise***; offside rear anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 21 more.

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