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BMW 540

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T470 RCTMOT history

T470 RCT is a silver petrol BMW 540 first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 141,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2022
Mileage
141,441 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T470 RCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T470 RCT was last recorded at 141,441 miles on 25 Jan 2023, 1,165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,276 miles · 30 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,165 miles
Average per year
4,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 141,441 miles
  • 2021 – 140,276 miles
  • 2020 – 139,638 miles
  • 2019 – 135,445 miles
  • 2018 – 132,854 miles
  • 2017 – 128,172 miles
  • 2016 – 118,824 miles
  • 2014 – 103,400 miles
  • 2013 – 96,101 miles
  • 2011 – 91,080 miles
  • 2009 – 84,304 miles
  • 2008 – 79,867 miles
  • 2007 – 71,955 miles
  • 2006 – 59,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail141,441 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail141,441 miles (+1,165)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,441 miles
    Test number
    838079057025
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,276 miles (+638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    140,276 miles
    Test number
    849989029727
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))

  3. Pass139,638 miles (+4,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,638 miles
    Test number
    304268640689
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  4. Pass135,445 miles (+2,591)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    135,445 miles
    Test number
    820533999167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak ?

  5. Pass132,854 miles (+4,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    132,854 miles
    Test number
    551947698279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass128,172 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    128,172 miles
    Test number
    221535527552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail128,156 miles (+9,332)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,156 miles
    Test number
    578950845986
    • 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass118,824 miles (+15,424)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    118,824 miles
    Test number
    547677231044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake low
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail103,400 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,400 miles
    Test number
    538552004150
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass103,400 miles (+7,299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    103,400 miles
    Test number
    546882404120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass96,101 miles (+5,021)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    96,101 miles
    Test number
    285411033007
    • NoteNear side rear tyre slight worn inner edge

  12. Pass91,080 miles (+6,776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    91,080 miles
    Test number
    719709791190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass84,304 miles (+4,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    84,304 miles
    Test number
    182915889281
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass79,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    79,867 miles
    Test number
    830922658221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,867 miles (+7,912)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,867 miles
    Test number
    471222858221
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass71,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    71,955 miles
    Test number
    332508317239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,955 miles (+12,844)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,955 miles
    Test number
    484828517289
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass59,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    59,111 miles
    Test number
    793654886174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,111 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,111 miles
    Test number
    192340686111
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T470 RCT

Does T470 RCT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T470 RCT expired on 29 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T470 RCT?
The MOT on T470 RCT expired on 29 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T470 RCT done?
T470 RCT was recorded at 141,441 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2023, an average of 4,967 miles a year.
Has T470 RCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T470 RCT has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T470 RCT 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 T470 RCT find?
T470 RCT failed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear inner integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; nearside rear suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 4 more.

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