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BMW 5 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T473 ARYMOT history

T473 ARY is a blue petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 11 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 212,657 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
212,657 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T473 ARY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T473 ARY was last recorded at 212,657 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 1,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,096 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,561 miles
Average per year
6,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 212,657 miles
  • 2024 – 211,096 miles
  • 2023 – 208,239 miles
  • 2022 – 204,788 miles
  • 2021 – 197,112 miles
  • 2020 – 193,958 miles
  • 2019 – 184,568 miles
  • 2018 – 173,523 miles
  • 2017 – 166,452 miles
  • 2016 – 161,212 miles
  • 2015 – 144,359 miles
  • 2014 – 133,243 miles
  • 2013 – 128,101 miles
  • 2012 – 121,972 miles
  • 2011 – 113,095 miles
  • 2010 – 106,701 miles
  • 2009 – 100,291 miles
  • 2008 – 94,013 miles
  • 2007 – 88,173 miles
  • 2006 – 77,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,657 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (7.1.1 (a) (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.

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Fog light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Fog light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 39%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,657 miles (+1,561)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    212,657 miles
    Test number
    192145445834
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass211,096 miles (+2,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    211,096 miles
    Test number
    453304146521
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin squeaking noise emanating from OSF brake but no binding detected (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass208,239 miles (+3,451)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    208,239 miles
    Test number
    101279801867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Pass204,788 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    204,788 miles
    Test number
    798645236530
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail204,785 miles (+7,673)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,785 miles
    Test number
    819589119274
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass197,112 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    197,112 miles
    Test number
    673595909876
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 39% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear under tray covers obstructing full inspection

  7. Fail197,112 miles (+3,154)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,112 miles
    Test number
    214671527816
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 39% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear under tray covers obstructing full inspection

  8. Pass193,958 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    193,958 miles
    Test number
    935962890858
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  9. Fail193,958 miles (+83)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,958 miles
    Test number
    166762724249
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  10. Fail193,875 miles (+132)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,875 miles
    Test number
    660807667567
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36% difference (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low adjusters not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear to front at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  11. Fail193,743 miles (+9,175)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,743 miles
    Test number
    259307924456
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36% difference (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear to front at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  12. Pass184,568 miles (+11,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    184,568 miles
    Test number
    982347743214
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear showing corrison where they run next to the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear to front fuel pipes showing corrosion

  13. Pass173,523 miles (+7,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    173,523 miles
    Test number
    443218741305
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rear to front x2 (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass166,452 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    166,452 miles
    Test number
    448010874679
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight lense going cloudy

  15. Fail166,452 miles (+15)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,452 miles
    Test number
    955259213568
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight lense going cloudy

  16. Fail166,437 miles (+10)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,437 miles
    Test number
    637791338133
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings NEARSIDE SILL (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings OFFSIDE SILL (6.1.B.2)

  17. Fail166,427 miles (+5,215)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,427 miles
    Test number
    443273267279
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to n/s rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to o/s rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

  18. Pass161,212 miles (+16,853)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    161,212 miles
    Test number
    640529056229
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass144,359 miles (+11,116)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    144,359 miles
    Test number
    117921665031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass133,243 miles (+5,142)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    133,243 miles
    Test number
    678473264067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass128,101 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    128,101 miles
    Test number
    768099853063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s internals of headlamp are a bit loose. beam pattern ok.

  22. Fail128,101 miles (+6,129)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,101 miles
    Test number
    958379953008
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s internals of headlamp are a bit loose. beam pattern ok.

  23. Pass121,972 miles (+8,877)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    121,972 miles
    Test number
    759778042063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass113,095 miles (+6,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    113,095 miles
    Test number
    115082661439
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass106,701 miles (+6,410)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    106,701 miles
    Test number
    940762560081
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/f inner brake pad appears low near worning wire
    • NoteRear tyres 3 mm

  26. Pass100,291 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    100,291 miles
    Test number
    144046759402
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteO/s/front antiroll bar link gaiter split
    • NoteSmall cracks in rear brake hoses

  27. Fail100,291 miles (+6,278)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,291 miles
    Test number
    730336559029
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteO/s/front antiroll bar link gaiter split
    • NoteSmall cracks in rear brake hoses

  28. Pass94,013 miles (+5,840)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    94,013 miles
    Test number
    621845648075
    • NoteNail in N/S/F tyre

  29. Pass88,173 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    88,173 miles
    Test number
    993907467022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail88,075 miles (+10,407)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,075 miles
    Test number
    941480867012
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  31. Pass77,668 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    77,668 miles
    Test number
    163699356053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T473 ARY

Does T473 ARY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T473 ARY is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T473 ARY?
The MOT on T473 ARY is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T473 ARY done?
T473 ARY was recorded at 212,657 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 6,853 miles a year.
Has T473 ARY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T473 ARY has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T473 ARY 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 T473 ARY find?
T473 ARY passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear; rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s and o/s; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides, and 5 more.

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