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BMW 535

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,498 cc

T356 FGTMOT history

T356 FGT is a blue petrol BMW 535 first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 50,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
50,503 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,345 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T356 FGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T356 FGT was last recorded at 50,503 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,354 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
149 miles
Average per year
1,345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,503 miles
  • 2025 – 50,354 miles
  • 2024 – 49,920 miles
  • 2023 – 49,860 miles
  • 2022 – 49,277 miles
  • 2021 – 47,638 miles
  • 2020 – 46,746 miles
  • 2017 – 42,168 miles
  • 2016 – 40,452 miles
  • 2015 – 38,996 miles
  • 2014 – 37,380 miles
  • 2013 – 36,516 miles
  • 2012 – 35,759 miles
  • 2011 – 34,424 miles
  • 2010 – 32,971 miles
  • 2009 – 31,335 miles
  • 2008 – 29,202 miles
  • 2007 – 26,222 miles
  • 2006 – 23,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,503 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass50,503 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    50,503 miles
    Test number
    689992698147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass50,354 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    50,354 miles
    Test number
    532203886663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Fail50,353 miles (+433)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,353 miles
    Test number
    816417946927
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low Aim adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass49,920 miles (+60)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    49,920 miles
    Test number
    590434250417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Pass49,860 miles (+583)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    49,860 miles
    Test number
    538546878428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass49,277 miles (+1,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    49,277 miles
    Test number
    254972051643
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak around engine oil sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass47,638 miles (+892)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    47,638 miles
    Test number
    650649606455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass46,746 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    46,746 miles
    Test number
    651508375206
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view multiple minor chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    524922906672
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    265626486252
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. FailMileage not read2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    284304723054
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass42,168 miles (+1,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    42,168 miles
    Test number
    355609521202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass40,452 miles (+1,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    40,452 miles
    Test number
    258125387904
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass38,996 miles (+1,616)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    38,996 miles
    Test number
    518433835022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,380 miles (+864)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    37,380 miles
    Test number
    909041634039
    • NoteFront number plate damage

  16. Pass36,516 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    36,516 miles
    Test number
    518861333033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,759 miles (+1,335)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    35,759 miles
    Test number
    478910732074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,424 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,424 miles
    Test number
    265512231072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,971 miles (+1,636)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,971 miles
    Test number
    193929620401
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVehicle has plastic covers fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection

  20. Fail31,335 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,335 miles
    Test number
    672100139065
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass31,335 miles (+2,133)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    31,335 miles
    Test number
    704080439032
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass29,202 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    29,202 miles
    Test number
    642981038043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,191 miles (+2,969)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,191 miles
    Test number
    152490938494
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres worn on inner and outer edges but still within legal limits

  24. Pass26,222 miles (+2,620)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,222 miles
    Test number
    160011437061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,602 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    23,602 miles
    Test number
    503593226038
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD ON LEGAL LIMIT
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR TYRE TREAD ON LEGAL LIMIT

Questions about T356 FGT

Does T356 FGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T356 FGT is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T356 FGT?
The MOT on T356 FGT is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T356 FGT done?
T356 FGT was recorded at 50,503 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 1,345 miles a year.
Has T356 FGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T356 FGT has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T356 FGT 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 T356 FGT find?
T356 FGT passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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