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BMW 528

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T421 TEJMOT history

T421 TEJ is a green petrol BMW 528 first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 35 MOT tests, with 196,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
196,218 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
35
22 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T421 TEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T421 TEJ was last recorded at 196,218 miles on 29 May 2026, 24,165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,053 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
24,165 miles
Average per year
7,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,218 miles
  • 2025 – 172,053 miles
  • 2024 – 157,827 miles
  • 2023 – 141,326 miles
  • 2022 – 131,551 miles
  • 2021 – 130,684 miles
  • 2020 – 130,358 miles
  • 2019 – 129,151 miles
  • 2018 – 126,144 miles
  • 2017 – 122,475 miles
  • 2016 – 116,990 miles
  • 2015 – 110,439 miles
  • 2014 – 105,923 miles
  • 2013 – 101,526 miles
  • 2012 – 94,720 miles
  • 2011 – 90,212 miles
  • 2010 – 85,027 miles
  • 2009 – 80,464 miles
  • 2008 – 74,139 miles
  • 2007 – 68,517 miles
  • 2006 – 59,623 miles
  • 2005 – 48,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,218 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears low tread 2-3mm + smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

35 tests since 27 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,218 miles (+24,165)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    196,218 miles
    Test number
    377602782756
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears low tread 2-3mm + smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass172,053 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    172,053 miles
    Test number
    709614316056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail172,052 miles (+14,225)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,052 miles
    Test number
    528163072334
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass157,827 miles (+527)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    157,827 miles
    Test number
    274467366564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail157,300 miles (+15,974)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,300 miles
    Test number
    964291552087
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass141,326 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    141,326 miles
    Test number
    305975897559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail141,325 miles (+1,086)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,325 miles
    Test number
    990411224893
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail140,239 miles (+8,688)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,239 miles
    Test number
    648807366127
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass131,551 miles (+867)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    131,551 miles
    Test number
    809477883325
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation inside the unit (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass130,684 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    130,684 miles
    Test number
    862104651944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass130,358 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    130,358 miles
    Test number
    464633676573
    • AdvisoryHeadlights misted
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded

  12. Fail130,358 miles (+1,207)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,358 miles
    Test number
    362870959708
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights misted
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded

  13. Pass129,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,151 miles
    Test number
    204958885786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  14. Fail129,151 miles (+3,007)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,151 miles
    Test number
    503992756389
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/55R16 95W Dunlop (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass126,144 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    126,144 miles
    Test number
    144807606875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail126,135 miles (+3,660)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,135 miles
    Test number
    365907828095
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  17. Pass122,475 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    122,475 miles
    Test number
    197999343770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail122,475 miles (+5,485)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,475 miles
    Test number
    790907018917
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass116,990 miles (+6,551)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    116,990 miles
    Test number
    692347706181
    • AdvisoryDifferential leak
    • AdvisoryHeadlight adjusters broken (aim ok)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt bend (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt straight (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt bend (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt straight (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight lens has slight water ingress

  20. Fail110,439 miles3 repaired7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,439 miles
    Test number
    297200015288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDifferential leak
    • NoteHeadlight adjusters broken (aim ok)
    • NoteNearside headlight has water ingress

  21. Pass110,439 miles (+4,516)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    110,439 miles
    Test number
    567620215204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDifferential leak
    • NoteHeadlight adjusters broken (aim ok)
    • NoteNearside headlight has water ingress

  22. Pass105,923 miles (+4,397)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    105,923 miles
    Test number
    686719704268
    • NoteDiff oil leak
    • NoteRear brake pads low
    • NoteWater in headlights

  23. Pass101,526 miles (+6,806)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    101,526 miles
    Test number
    386770313480
    • NoteDiff oil leak
    • NoteHeadlight lenes damaged
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  24. Pass94,720 miles (+1)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    94,720 miles
    Test number
    118102212213
    • NoteDiff oil leak
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres badly perished
    • NoteHeadlight lenes damaged
    • NoteRear pads low
    • NoteRear tyre perished

  25. Fail94,719 miles (+4,507)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,719 miles
    Test number
    897169902216
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteDiff oil leak
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres badly perished
    • NoteHeadlight lenes damaged
    • NoteRear pads low
    • NoteRear tyre perished

  26. Pass90,212 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    90,212 miles
    Test number
    795567201213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake discs worn and corroded on braking surface

  27. Fail90,212 miles (+5,185)3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,212 miles
    Test number
    999637601259
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake discs worn and corroded on braking surface

  28. Pass85,027 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    85,027 miles
    Test number
    702582400275
    • NoteFront and rear pads low
    • NoteFront tyres perished
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  29. Fail85,027 miles (+4,563)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,027 miles
    Test number
    692162100267
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFront and rear pads low
    • NoteFront tyres perished
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  30. Pass80,464 miles (+6,325)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    80,464 miles
    Test number
    200228809214
    • NoteHeadlight lenes damaged

  31. Pass74,139 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    74,139 miles
    Test number
    370216508477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight condensation in offside headlight lens

  32. Fail74,139 miles (+5,622)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,139 miles
    Test number
    711556908217
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight condensation in offside headlight lens

  33. Pass68,517 miles (+8,894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    68,517 miles
    Test number
    992274507236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  34. Pass59,623 miles (+10,809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    59,623 miles
    Test number
    963206606280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  35. Pass48,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    48,814 miles
    Test number
    431428405249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T421 TEJ

Does T421 TEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T421 TEJ is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T421 TEJ?
The MOT on T421 TEJ is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T421 TEJ done?
T421 TEJ was recorded at 196,218 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 7,074 miles a year.
Has T421 TEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T421 TEJ has failed 13 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T421 TEJ 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 T421 TEJ find?
T421 TEJ passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread 2-3mm; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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