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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T334 VEBMOT history

T334 VEB is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Mar 2022 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 160,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Mar 2022
Mileage
160,780 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2022
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T334 VEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T334 VEB was last recorded at 160,780 miles on 16 Mar 2022, 90 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,690 miles · 10 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
90 miles
Average per year
5,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 160,780 miles
  • 2021 – 160,690 miles
  • 2020 – 160,228 miles
  • 2019 – 157,873 miles
  • 2018 – 152,761 miles
  • 2017 – 147,579 miles
  • 2016 – 141,354 miles
  • 2015 – 135,512 miles
  • 2014 – 130,303 miles
  • 2013 – 125,658 miles
  • 2012 – 121,964 miles
  • 2011 – 117,203 miles
  • 2010 – 112,588 miles
  • 2009 – 107,081 miles
  • 2008 – 95,407 miles
  • 2007 – 84,117 miles
  • 2006 – 75,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,780 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill to floor holes and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill to floor holed and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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.

  • Both fuel tank straps in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Age related rust and corrosion under car

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Park brake just met efficiency

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,780 miles (+90)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,780 miles
    Test number
    735273291162
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill to floor holes and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill to floor holed and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass160,690 miles (+462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    160,690 miles
    Test number
    367579380039
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  3. Pass160,228 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    160,228 miles
    Test number
    407023672524
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel tank straps in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Age related rust and corrosion under car (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail160,228 miles (+2,355)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,228 miles
    Test number
    567881064162
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel tank straps in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Age related rust and corrosion under car (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass157,873 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    157,873 miles
    Test number
    972773733237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail157,872 miles (+5,111)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,872 miles
    Test number
    629995164128
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass152,761 miles (+5,182)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    152,761 miles
    Test number
    408405673368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass147,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    147,579 miles
    Test number
    941903953793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail147,579 miles (+6,225)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,579 miles
    Test number
    193716263091
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm, outer ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure Reflector lose (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass141,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    141,354 miles
    Test number
    299407379932
    • AdvisoryPark brake just met efficiency

  11. Fail141,354 miles (+5,842)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,354 miles
    Test number
    424837579614
    • FailureCoil spring broken both rear (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPark brake just met efficiency

  12. Pass135,512 miles (+5,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    135,512 miles
    Test number
    285414855059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass130,303 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    130,303 miles
    Test number
    207799554039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail130,303 miles (+4,645)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,303 miles
    Test number
    727356654021
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass125,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    125,658 miles
    Test number
    867035073054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail125,658 miles (+3,694)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,658 miles
    Test number
    257974473064
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass121,964 miles (+4,761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    121,964 miles
    Test number
    885773482015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass117,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    117,203 miles
    Test number
    377113581099
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail117,203 miles (+4,615)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,203 miles
    Test number
    477183981066
    • Repaired at testFront brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass112,588 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    112,588 miles
    Test number
    164200170069
    • NoteBothe headlamps fogged

  21. Fail112,588 miles (+1)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,588 miles
    Test number
    513620070068
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBothe headlamps fogged

  22. Fail112,587 miles (+5,506)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,587 miles
    Test number
    782341550025
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass107,081 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    107,081 miles
    Test number
    480846969064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail107,081 miles (+11,674)2 failures1 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,081 miles
    Test number
    104596369094
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass95,407 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    95,407 miles
    Test number
    902025678010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail95,407 miles (+11,290)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,407 miles
    Test number
    122495678488
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass84,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    84,117 miles
    Test number
    493076477027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail84,117 miles (+8,869)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,117 miles
    Test number
    454496577069
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass75,248 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    75,248 miles
    Test number
    544999266008
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T334 VEB

Does T334 VEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T334 VEB expired on 9 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T334 VEB?
The MOT on T334 VEB expired on 9 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T334 VEB done?
T334 VEB was recorded at 160,780 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2022, an average of 5,340 miles a year.
Has T334 VEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T334 VEB has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T334 VEB 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 T334 VEB find?
T334 VEB failed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2022 with 3 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear inner seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill to floor holes and corroded; offside rear inner seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill to floor holed and corroded; offside windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and 3 more.

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