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BMW 540

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T392 ARXMOT history

T392 ARX is a blue petrol BMW 540 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 165,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
165,034 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T392 ARX
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T392 ARX was last recorded at 165,034 miles on 16 May 2026, 133 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,901 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
133 miles
Average per year
4,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,034 miles
  • 2025 – 164,901 miles
  • 2024 – 164,820 miles
  • 2021 – 164,197 miles
  • 2020 – 161,856 miles
  • 2019 – 155,613 miles
  • 2018 – 152,664 miles
  • 2015 – 146,524 miles
  • 2014 – 136,765 miles
  • 2012 – 133,831 miles
  • 2011 – 121,197 miles
  • 2010 – 101,295 miles
  • 2009 – 80,010 miles
  • 2006 – 76,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,034 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced light is dim (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under the floor few places and under sealer on (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside front flexi hose

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • All vehicle jacking points missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside front jacking point corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass165,034 miles (+133)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    165,034 miles
    Test number
    315821669225
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced light is dim (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under the floor few places and under sealer on (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass164,901 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    164,901 miles
    Test number
    173358605132
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail164,901 miles (+81)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,901 miles
    Test number
    479789599733
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass164,820 miles (+623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    164,820 miles
    Test number
    720144573959
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass164,197 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    164,197 miles
    Test number
    323521433637
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside front flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll vehicle jacking points missing

  6. Fail164,191 miles (+2,335)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,191 miles
    Test number
    688426985602
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipes by offside rear jacking point (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside front flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll vehicle jacking points missing

  7. Pass161,856 miles (+118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    161,856 miles
    Test number
    274572787742
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside front flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear jacking point corroded

  8. Fail161,738 miles (+6,125)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,738 miles
    Test number
    835522618385
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside front flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear jacking point corroded

  9. Pass155,613 miles (+2,949)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    155,613 miles
    Test number
    571996887787
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside front flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill / jacking point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLimited access to underside of vehicle due to panels

  10. Pass152,664 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    152,664 miles
    Test number
    509180232017
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded to nearside front flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail152,664 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,664 miles
    Test number
    688460876861
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded to nearside front flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

  12. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    219711576209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. FailMileage not read6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    109914056467
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass146,524 miles (+9,759)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    146,524 miles
    Test number
    737218705253
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass136,765 miles (+2,934)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    136,765 miles
    Test number
    225244304275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass133,831 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    133,831 miles
    Test number
    236537492094
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Fail133,777 miles (+12,580)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,777 miles
    Test number
    345728882061
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass121,197 miles (+19,902)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    121,197 miles
    Test number
    239829301186
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to scrub on outer edge

  19. Pass101,295 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    101,295 miles
    Test number
    972356310112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail101,295 miles (+21,285)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,295 miles
    Test number
    924756910148
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass80,010 miles (+3,483)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    80,010 miles
    Test number
    562562219103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,527 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    76,527 miles
    Test number
    602678766202
    • 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)

Questions about T392 ARX

Does T392 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T392 ARX is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T392 ARX?
The MOT on T392 ARX is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T392 ARX done?
T392 ARX was recorded at 165,034 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 4,507 miles a year.
Has T392 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T392 ARX has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T392 ARX 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 T392 ARX find?
T392 ARX passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced light is dim; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip; front coil spring corroded both sides front, and 3 more.

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