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BMW 530

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,926 cc

T304 RPBMOT history

T304 RPB is a green diesel BMW 530 first used on 1 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 166,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2022
Mileage
166,991 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T304 RPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T304 RPB was last recorded at 166,991 miles on 29 Nov 2022, 5,701 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,290 miles · 13 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
5,701 miles
Average per year
4,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 166,991 miles
  • 2021 – 161,290 miles
  • 2020 – 157,089 miles
  • 2019 – 154,212 miles
  • 2018 – 151,537 miles
  • 2017 – 146,573 miles
  • 2016 – 138,421 miles
  • 2015 – 136,536 miles
  • 2014 – 133,226 miles
  • 2013 – 128,769 miles
  • 2012 – 125,430 miles
  • 2011 – 121,393 miles
  • 2010 – 117,088 miles
  • 2009 – 112,784 miles
  • 2008 – 106,909 miles
  • 2007 – 99,682 miles
  • 2006 – 92,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail166,991 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (jacking point) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Advise corrosion nearside rear sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail166,991 miles (+5,701)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,991 miles
    Test number
    954707006338
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (jacking point) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass161,290 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    161,290 miles
    Test number
    103784155325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail161,206 miles (+4,117)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,206 miles
    Test number
    410010172639
    • MajorEmissions not tested fuel leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking under vehicle (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear by tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (bytank) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass157,089 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    157,089 miles
    Test number
    856880093522
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail157,056 miles (+2,844)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,056 miles
    Test number
    904189025675
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass154,212 miles (+2,675)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    154,212 miles
    Test number
    377315715148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass151,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    151,537 miles
    Test number
    209774585911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail151,537 miles (+4,964)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,537 miles
    Test number
    226044345224
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass146,573 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    146,573 miles
    Test number
    111576258635
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion nearside rear sill

  10. Fail146,566 miles (+8,145)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,566 miles
    Test number
    591465337115
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion nearside rear sill

  11. Pass138,421 miles (+1,885)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    138,421 miles
    Test number
    996086959162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass136,536 miles (+3,310)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    136,536 miles
    Test number
    763960961269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass133,226 miles (+4,457)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    133,226 miles
    Test number
    846182224331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass128,769 miles (+3,339)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    128,769 miles
    Test number
    429933423432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,430 miles (+4,037)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    125,430 miles
    Test number
    265669712330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass121,393 miles (+4,305)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    121,393 miles
    Test number
    258191201366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass117,088 miles (+4,304)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    117,088 miles
    Test number
    183835300348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass112,784 miles (+5,875)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    112,784 miles
    Test number
    333702489270
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass106,909 miles (+7,227)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    106,909 miles
    Test number
    751073578294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass99,682 miles (+7,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    99,682 miles
    Test number
    631068177265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass92,240 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    92,240 miles
    Test number
    880777676255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail92,191 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,191 miles
    Test number
    721638466214
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T304 RPB

Does T304 RPB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T304 RPB expired on 12 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T304 RPB?
The MOT on T304 RPB expired on 12 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T304 RPB done?
T304 RPB was recorded at 166,991 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2022, an average of 4,624 miles a year.
Has T304 RPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T304 RPB has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T304 RPB 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 T304 RPB find?
T304 RPB failed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi; nearside driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle, and 7 more.

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