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BMW 528

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T289 XAXMOT history

T289 XAX is a silver petrol BMW 528 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 55,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
55,359 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T289 XAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T289 XAX was last recorded at 55,359 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,359 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,359 miles
  • 2025 – 53,654 miles
  • 2022 – 53,459 miles
  • 2019 – 53,252 miles
  • 2018 – 52,374 miles
  • 2016 – 52,371 miles
  • 2015 – 52,362 miles
  • 2014 – 52,283 miles
  • 2013 – 52,009 miles
  • 2012 – 51,916 miles
  • 2011 – 51,262 miles
  • 2010 – 48,282 miles
  • 2009 – 44,743 miles
  • 2008 – 41,193 miles
  • 2007 – 36,969 miles
  • 2006 – 33,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,359 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both on front arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,359 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    55,359 miles
    Test number
    332640720487
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail55,359 miles (+1,705)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,359 miles
    Test number
    292644659441
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass53,654 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    53,654 miles
    Test number
    145059579201
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail53,650 miles (+191)7 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,650 miles
    Test number
    215670581038
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  5. Pass53,459 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    53,459 miles
    Test number
    295790842954
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both on front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail53,459 miles (+207)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,459 miles
    Test number
    268840092483
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both on front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass53,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    53,252 miles
    Test number
    111663929190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail53,252 miles (+878)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,252 miles
    Test number
    268576693794
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass52,374 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    52,374 miles
    Test number
    880047435681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass52,371 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    52,371 miles
    Test number
    134661241471
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all metal brakes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  11. Fail52,371 miles (+9)3 failures2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,371 miles
    Test number
    450559567912
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all metal brakes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  12. Pass52,362 miles (+79)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,362 miles
    Test number
    898115765053
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass52,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,283 miles
    Test number
    197107054499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,283 miles (+274)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,283 miles
    Test number
    716547154037
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass52,009 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,009 miles
    Test number
    615828653071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,916 miles (+654)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,916 miles
    Test number
    185644852421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,262 miles (+2,980)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,262 miles
    Test number
    629283661067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,282 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,282 miles
    Test number
    650395250096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,743 miles (+3,550)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,743 miles
    Test number
    570552969008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,193 miles (+4,224)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,193 miles
    Test number
    824942548066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,969 miles (+3,892)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,969 miles
    Test number
    210900067050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to view brakes through the front or rear wheels †

  22. Pass33,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,077 miles
    Test number
    564520366074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T289 XAX

Does T289 XAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T289 XAX is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T289 XAX?
The MOT on T289 XAX is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T289 XAX done?
T289 XAX was recorded at 55,359 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 1,112 miles a year.
Has T289 XAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T289 XAX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T289 XAX 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 T289 XAX find?
T289 XAX passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 7 more.

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