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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T245 SPJMOT history

T245 SPJ is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 112,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2023
Mileage
112,870 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T245 SPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T245 SPJ was last recorded at 112,870 miles on 5 Apr 2023, 2,776 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,094 miles · 30 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,776 miles
Average per year
3,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 112,870 miles
  • 2022 – 110,094 miles
  • 2021 – 107,283 miles
  • 2020 – 106,062 miles
  • 2019 – 101,932 miles
  • 2018 – 97,893 miles
  • 2017 – 91,883 miles
  • 2016 – 85,656 miles
  • 2015 – 82,199 miles
  • 2014 – 79,629 miles
  • 2013 – 75,826 miles
  • 2012 – 75,098 miles
  • 2011 – 70,324 miles
  • 2010 – 64,820 miles
  • 2009 – 60,229 miles
  • 2008 – 56,015 miles
  • 2007 – 51,809 miles
  • 2006 – 48,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail112,870 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear sill jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear sill jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail112,870 miles (+2,776)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,870 miles
    Test number
    234893676831
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear sill jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear sill jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass110,094 miles (+2,811)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    110,094 miles
    Test number
    579543071111
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,283 miles (+1,221)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    107,283 miles
    Test number
    956875539090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    106,062 miles
    Test number
    966592539613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,060 miles (+4,128)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,060 miles
    Test number
    304731357551
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,932 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    101,932 miles
    Test number
    463148381705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,917 miles (+4,024)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,917 miles
    Test number
    464888386168
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass97,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    97,893 miles
    Test number
    172897569349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,893 miles (+6,010)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,893 miles
    Test number
    794341639202
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  10. Pass91,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,883 miles
    Test number
    862835859178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,883 miles (+6,227)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,883 miles
    Test number
    529236566099
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass85,656 miles (+3,457)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,656 miles
    Test number
    300365528419
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp slight condensation behind lens
    • AdvisoryRear brake hoses perishing

  13. Pass82,199 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    82,199 miles
    Test number
    159616085072
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail82,199 miles (+2,570)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,199 miles
    Test number
    957876285027
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass79,629 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    79,629 miles
    Test number
    507041274046
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail79,629 miles (+3,803)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,629 miles
    Test number
    877121974064
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass75,826 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    75,826 miles
    Test number
    656042093036
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail75,824 miles (+726)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,824 miles
    Test number
    879819673039
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass75,098 miles (+4,774)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    75,098 miles
    Test number
    718228382089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass70,324 miles (+5,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    70,324 miles
    Test number
    575949481037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass64,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,820 miles
    Test number
    120043480000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail64,820 miles (+4,591)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,820 miles
    Test number
    421253880081
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass60,229 miles (+4,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,229 miles
    Test number
    261154089031
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  24. Pass56,015 miles (+4,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,015 miles
    Test number
    882567588041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass51,809 miles (+3,318)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    51,809 miles
    Test number
    220309787084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,491 miles
    Test number
    991097586097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T245 SPJ

Does T245 SPJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T245 SPJ expired on 2 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T245 SPJ?
The MOT on T245 SPJ expired on 2 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T245 SPJ done?
T245 SPJ was recorded at 112,870 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2023, an average of 3,782 miles a year.
Has T245 SPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T245 SPJ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T245 SPJ 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 T245 SPJ find?
T245 SPJ failed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2023 with 4 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear sill jacking point, and 4 more.

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