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BMW 528

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T478 FANMOT history

T478 FAN is a silver petrol BMW 528 first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 157,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
157,904 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2025
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T478 FAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T478 FAN was last recorded at 157,904 miles on 10 Oct 2025, 920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,984 miles · 7 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
920 miles
Average per year
5,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,904 miles
  • 2022 – 156,984 miles
  • 2021 – 156,760 miles
  • 2018 – 154,966 miles
  • 2013 – 121,517 miles
  • 2011 – 105,707 miles
  • 2010 – 96,691 miles
  • 2009 – 84,346 miles
  • 2008 – 72,753 miles
  • 2007 – 62,412 miles
  • 2006 – 54,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    181747320771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    522730575161
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass157,904 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    157,904 miles
    Test number
    724175614513
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    968414720524
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    458608989441
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    649450048042
    • DangerousFront Lower Oil leaking continuously from transmission posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass156,984 miles (+224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    156,984 miles
    Test number
    172029397761
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass156,760 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    156,760 miles
    Test number
    917088393408
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOff side front jacking point corroded

  9. PassMileage not read1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    770566586477
    • DangerousOil leaking onto front exhaust possible risk off fire
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  10. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    755773701899
    • DangerousOil leaking onto front exhaust possible risk off fire
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    872021276564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    693781117007
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass154,966 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    154,966 miles
    Test number
    489208988798
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Fail154,966 miles2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,966 miles
    Test number
    204678697119
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  15. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    889185470804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Washer jet blocked but N/S is producing enough fluid to clean the screen enough to meet the M.O.T Standards
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre Size 255/40 YR17 Mich and Conti to the front

  16. FailMileage not read1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    691009878189
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high BOTH ! (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Washer jet blocked but N/S is producing enough fluid to clean the screen enough to meet the M.O.T Standards
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre Size 255/40 YR17 Mich and Conti to the front

  17. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    966616831626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. FailMileage not read1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    900173145057
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjusted O/S to suit (1.8)

  19. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    589948928442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. FailMileage not read7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    229420777415
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. PassMileage not read2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    427645914437
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

  22. FailMileage not read1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    609081714329
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

  23. Pass121,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    121,517 miles
    Test number
    577425503330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail121,517 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,517 miles
    Test number
    466104103485
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  25. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    109250212318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. FailMileage not read5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    477040612461
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront brake dics worn
    • NoteN/s front headlamp missting up but beam pattern ok
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  27. Pass105,707 miles (+9,016)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    105,707 miles
    Test number
    886118101329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Pass96,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    96,691 miles
    Test number
    154419600367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail96,691 miles (+12,345)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,691 miles
    Test number
    422319100446
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass84,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    84,346 miles
    Test number
    662511209305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail84,346 miles (+11,593)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,346 miles
    Test number
    894699099247
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  32. Pass72,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    72,753 miles
    Test number
    641820698237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail72,753 miles (+10,341)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,753 miles
    Test number
    861409788249
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  34. Pass62,412 miles (+7,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    62,412 miles
    Test number
    931319897271
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  35. Pass54,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    54,776 miles
    Test number
    883682496206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T478 FAN

Does T478 FAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T478 FAN is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T478 FAN?
The MOT on T478 FAN is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T478 FAN done?
T478 FAN was recorded at 157,904 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2025, an average of 5,435 miles a year.
Has T478 FAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T478 FAN has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T478 FAN 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 T478 FAN find?
T478 FAN passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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