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BMW 540

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T325 TREMOT history

T325 TRE is a blue petrol BMW 540 first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 144,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2025
Mileage
144,861 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T325 TRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T325 TRE was last recorded at 144,861 miles on 13 Aug 2024, 193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Feb 2017: 13,187 miles, lower than 128,998 miles on 22 Feb 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
144,668 miles · 3 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
193 miles
Average per year
2,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 144,861 miles
  • 2023 – 144,668 miles
  • 2022 – 144,463 miles
  • 2021 – 142,159 miles
  • 2020 – 137,225 miles
  • 2018 – 135,336 miles
  • 2017 – 13,187 miles
  • 2016 – 128,998 miles
  • 2015 – 125,459 miles
  • 2014 – 123,863 miles
  • 2013 – 119,892 miles
  • 2012 – 117,113 miles
  • 2011 – 113,697 miles
  • 2010 – 109,321 miles
  • 2009 – 106,325 miles
  • 2008 – 103,387 miles
  • 2007 – 101,024 miles
  • 2006 – 99,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,861 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass144,861 miles (+193)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    144,861 miles
    Test number
    321723841096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass144,668 miles (+205)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    144,668 miles
    Test number
    639723752053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass144,463 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    144,463 miles
    Test number
    238690103790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail144,462 miles (+2,303)3 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,462 miles
    Test number
    543981063919
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorRear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass142,159 miles (+4,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    142,159 miles
    Test number
    114119990531
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

  6. Pass137,225 miles (+1,889)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    137,225 miles
    Test number
    924557160614
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass135,336 miles (+37)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    135,336 miles
    Test number
    790621015913
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion On Underside Of Vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryRear Seats Removed At Time Of Test
    • AdvisoryWeld Repairs To Both Sills And Jacking Points

  8. Fail135,299 miles (+122,112)13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,299 miles
    Test number
    705961903417
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute all (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings seal area (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings seal area (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings seal area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass13,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    13,187 miles
    Test number
    901949131122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail13,187 miles (-115,811)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,187 miles
    Test number
    380651759055
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  11. Pass128,998 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    128,998 miles
    Test number
    550222272278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass125,459 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    125,459 miles
    Test number
    829146055051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass123,863 miles (+3,971)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    123,863 miles
    Test number
    355849854058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass119,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    119,892 miles
    Test number
    296918553017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail119,892 miles (+2,779)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,892 miles
    Test number
    707788153099
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass117,113 miles (+3,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    117,113 miles
    Test number
    188271062089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass113,697 miles (+4,376)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    113,697 miles
    Test number
    267040461008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass109,321 miles (+2,996)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    109,321 miles
    Test number
    190870350081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass106,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    106,325 miles
    Test number
    441697549016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail106,325 miles (+2,938)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,325 miles
    Test number
    930737649026
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass103,387 miles (+2,363)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    103,387 miles
    Test number
    232729348013
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass101,024 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    101,024 miles
    Test number
    120920657064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass99,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    99,163 miles
    Test number
    353576326075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T325 TRE

Does T325 TRE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T325 TRE expired on 12 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T325 TRE?
The MOT on T325 TRE expired on 12 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T325 TRE done?
T325 TRE was recorded at 144,861 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2024, an average of 2,464 miles a year.
Has T325 TRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T325 TRE has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T325 TRE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T325 TRE find?
T325 TRE passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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