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BMW 5 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,300 cc

T253 YRRMOT history

T253 YRR is a blue petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 8 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 168,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Apr 2026
Mileage
168,867 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T253 YRR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,300 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T253 YRR was last recorded at 168,867 miles on 14 Dec 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,864 miles · 23 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 168,867 miles
  • 2019 – 166,066 miles
  • 2018 – 162,560 miles
  • 2017 – 158,269 miles
  • 2016 – 156,254 miles
  • 2015 – 152,372 miles
  • 2014 – 148,097 miles
  • 2013 – 144,025 miles
  • 2012 – 138,277 miles
  • 2011 – 130,018 miles
  • 2010 – 123,887 miles
  • 2009 – 116,046 miles
  • 2008 – 112,039 miles
  • 2007 – 103,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced dim (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (D) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill. near jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (D) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill. near jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBreak pad wear indicator light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel line corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 osf / nsf

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 osf / nsf

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 osf / nsf

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read6 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    867501857656
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced dim (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (D) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill. near jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (D) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill. near jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBreak pad wear indicator light on
    • AdvisoryFuel line corroded

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major5 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    254973806174
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced dim (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (D) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill. near jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (D) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill. near jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBreak pad wear indicator light on
    • AdvisoryFuel line corroded

  3. Pass168,867 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    168,867 miles
    Test number
    396535847442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 osf / nsf (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 osf / nsf (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 osf / nsf (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 osr / nsr (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 osr / nsr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear sensor light on dashboard

  4. Fail168,864 miles (+2,798)12 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,864 miles
    Test number
    764879088867
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to rear brake pipes corroded (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 osf / nsf (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 osf / nsf (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 osf / nsf (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 osr / nsr (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 osr / nsr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear sensor on dashboard

  5. Pass166,066 miles (+3,506)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    166,066 miles
    Test number
    563377157163
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake/fuel pipes corroded

  6. Pass162,560 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    162,560 miles
    Test number
    690336491678
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased/corroded

  7. Fail162,560 miles (+4,291)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,560 miles
    Test number
    810708787408
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both and cords nearside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased/corroded

  8. Pass158,269 miles (+2,015)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    158,269 miles
    Test number
    814881497903
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront outer brake pipes greased/corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn to inner edge

  9. Pass156,254 miles (+3,882)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    156,254 miles
    Test number
    705688075231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc modified but not seriously weakened both inner (3.5.1n)

  10. Pass152,372 miles (+4,275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    152,372 miles
    Test number
    515690055044
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass148,097 miles (+4,072)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    148,097 miles
    Test number
    957311154093
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass144,025 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    144,025 miles
    Test number
    938204953083
    • NoteCORROSION TO FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS

  13. Fail144,022 miles (+5,745)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,022 miles
    Test number
    166850153447
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCORROSION TO FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS
    • NoteN s f tyre wearing low on edge

  14. Pass138,277 miles (+8,259)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    138,277 miles
    Test number
    187272552463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear anti roll bar links slight play in ball joint

  15. Pass130,018 miles (+6,131)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    130,018 miles
    Test number
    695293241047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass123,887 miles (+7,841)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    123,887 miles
    Test number
    940209830029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass116,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    116,046 miles
    Test number
    152535939075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail116,046 miles (+4,007)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,046 miles
    Test number
    430945239012
    • FailureVehicle Identification Number has more than one different number displayed (6.3.5.b)

  19. Pass112,039 miles (+8,853)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    112,039 miles
    Test number
    772118028046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass103,186 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    103,186 miles
    Test number
    324407537052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail103,090 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,090 miles
    Test number
    441985627095
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Questions about T253 YRR

Does T253 YRR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T253 YRR expired on 16 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T253 YRR?
The MOT on T253 YRR expired on 16 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T253 YRR done?
T253 YRR was recorded at 168,867 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2023, an average of 3,896 miles a year.
Has T253 YRR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T253 YRR has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T253 YRR 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 T253 YRR find?
T253 YRR passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2025 with 6 minor defects and 17 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged perishing; nearside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced dim; nearside rear brake hose slightly damaged perishing, and 20 more.

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