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BMW 528

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T311 BGMMOT history

T311 BGM is a blue petrol BMW 528 first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 167,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2022
Mileage
167,755 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T311 BGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T311 BGM was last recorded at 167,755 miles on 1 Nov 2022, 574 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,181 miles · 2 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
574 miles
Average per year
4,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 167,755 miles
  • 2021 – 167,181 miles
  • 2020 – 164,489 miles
  • 2019 – 156,246 miles
  • 2018 – 153,664 miles
  • 2017 – 150,524 miles
  • 2016 – 149,301 miles
  • 2015 – 145,060 miles
  • 2014 – 140,511 miles
  • 2013 – 135,508 miles
  • 2012 – 131,523 miles
  • 2011 – 121,705 miles
  • 2010 – 116,544 miles
  • 2009 – 110,006 miles
  • 2008 – 105,859 miles
  • 2007 – 100,635 miles
  • 2006 – 92,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail167,755 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Corrosion on outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under floor corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear coil spring fouling inner wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail167,755 miles (+574)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,755 miles
    Test number
    397407297769
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass167,181 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    167,181 miles
    Test number
    286620208477
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on outer sills
    • AdvisoryUnder floor corrosion

  3. Fail167,181 miles (+2,692)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,181 miles
    Test number
    583760608294
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on outer sills
    • AdvisoryUnder floor corrosion

  4. Pass164,489 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    164,489 miles
    Test number
    713054417653
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring fouling inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both outer sills

  5. Fail164,489 miles (+8,243)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,489 miles
    Test number
    704729222663
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring fouling inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both outer sills

  6. Pass156,246 miles (+2,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    156,246 miles
    Test number
    744775546382
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass153,664 miles (+3,140)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    153,664 miles
    Test number
    674342006112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass150,524 miles (+1,223)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    150,524 miles
    Test number
    958961400521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass149,301 miles (+4,241)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    149,301 miles
    Test number
    629164070124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass145,060 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    145,060 miles
    Test number
    268740155477
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Fail145,060 miles (+4,549)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,060 miles
    Test number
    285400555491
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass140,511 miles (+11)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    140,511 miles
    Test number
    526564654186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail140,500 miles (+342)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,500 miles
    Test number
    256893554490
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail140,158 miles (+4,650)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,158 miles
    Test number
    299221904477
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass135,508 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    135,508 miles
    Test number
    457583413145
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Fail135,497 miles (+3,974)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,497 miles
    Test number
    257199503492
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass131,523 miles (+9,818)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    131,523 miles
    Test number
    436515712136
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Pass121,705 miles (+5,161)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    121,705 miles
    Test number
    189690331165
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  19. Pass116,544 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    116,544 miles
    Test number
    423280540170
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  20. Fail116,544 miles (+6,538)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,544 miles
    Test number
    801600340170
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  21. Pass110,006 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    110,006 miles
    Test number
    452696229164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail109,997 miles (+4,138)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,997 miles
    Test number
    804979219122
    • FailureOffside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass105,859 miles (+5,224)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    105,859 miles
    Test number
    463837838143
    • NotePoor reading on offside handbrake

  24. Pass100,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    100,635 miles
    Test number
    274143147421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail100,635 miles (+7,723)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,635 miles
    Test number
    353307637115
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass92,912 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    92,912 miles
    Test number
    332446536121
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T311 BGM

Does T311 BGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T311 BGM expired on 5 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T311 BGM?
The MOT on T311 BGM expired on 5 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T311 BGM done?
T311 BGM was recorded at 167,755 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2022, an average of 4,546 miles a year.
Has T311 BGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T311 BGM has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T311 BGM 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 T311 BGM find?
T311 BGM failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2022 with 7 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken; nearside rear inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, and 5 more.

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