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BMW 5 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T479 ELMMOT history

T479 ELM is a blue petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
117,794 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T479 ELM
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
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T479 ELM was last recorded at 117,794 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,749 miles · 25 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
5,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,794 miles
  • 2024 – 117,749 miles
  • 2023 – 117,683 miles
  • 2022 – 117,526 miles
  • 2021 – 117,354 miles
  • 2020 – 117,285 miles
  • 2019 – 117,086 miles
  • 2018 – 116,771 miles
  • 2017 – 112,927 miles
  • 2016 – 108,670 miles
  • 2015 – 101,798 miles
  • 2014 – 94,955 miles
  • 2012 – 84,240 miles
  • 2011 – 77,540 miles
  • 2010 – 74,220 miles
  • 2009 – 72,215 miles
  • 2008 – 71,678 miles
  • 2007 – 71,221 miles
  • 2006 – 7,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,794 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust System - Corrosion
  • AdvisoryHand brake - Borderline Pass needs attention
  • AdvisoryLarge Engine Top Cover & Under tray
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Arm (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) O/S & N/S

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,794 miles (+45)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    117,794 miles
    Test number
    334820183282
    • AdvisoryExhaust System - Corrosion
    • AdvisoryHand brake - Borderline Pass needs attention
    • AdvisoryLarge Engine Top Cover & Under tray
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,749 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    117,749 miles
    Test number
    875671739557
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) O/S & N/S
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail117,749 miles (+66)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,749 miles
    Test number
    452528500142
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Block lines/jets/pump - clean out (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) O/S & N/S
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass117,683 miles (+157)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    117,683 miles
    Test number
    507580408470
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Several chips on screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded O/S & N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded O/S & N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass117,526 miles (+172)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2023
    Odometer
    117,526 miles
    Test number
    278536899070
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S - Heavily lipped on edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S - Slightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryLarge undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) O/S & N/S
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil O/S & N/S (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass117,354 miles (+69)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2022
    Odometer
    117,354 miles
    Test number
    561347669625
    • AdvisoryCentral interior mirror deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass117,285 miles (+199)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2021
    Odometer
    117,285 miles
    Test number
    631659904452
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) O/S & N/S
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass117,086 miles (+315)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,086 miles
    Test number
    452559720320
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective end split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror deteriorated also interior mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass116,771 miles (+3,844)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    116,771 miles
    Test number
    279473490995
    • AdvisoryBRAKE FLUID - ADVISE RENEWAL
    • AdvisoryBrake Pads - Unable to fully inspect all, advise full brake pads inspection front & rear
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules O/S & N/S (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) O/S & N/S
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules O/S & N/S (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S - LIPPED EDGES (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass112,927 miles (+4,257)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    112,927 miles
    Test number
    836805101606
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules O/S & N/S (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) O/S & N/S
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S & N/S (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules O/S & N/S (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S & N/S (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray - fitted

  11. Pass108,670 miles (+6,872)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    108,670 miles
    Test number
    338988344509
    • AdvisoryAir bag light on - turn off before test with tool advised presenter of fault code displayed
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Ball joint has slight play O/S & N/S (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child seat fitted NOT allowing full inspection of belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush O/S & N/S - 'D' bushes (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail101,798 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,798 miles
    Test number
    458503985056
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass101,798 miles (+6,843)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    101,798 miles
    Test number
    976393785070
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass94,955 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,955 miles
    Test number
    138324884025
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteLight Unit - O/S/F condensation within unit not effecting beam image
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail94,955 miles1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,955 miles
    Test number
    239584484056
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteLight Unit - O/S/F condensation within unit not effecting beam image
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. PassMileage not read2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    916166383056
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts X 2
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteMileage not working (Displayed)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    177525383096
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts X 2
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass84,240 miles (+6,700)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    84,240 miles
    Test number
    935434482015
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seats fitted to REAR not allowing full inspection of adult belts
    • NoteOil Leaks rear diff

  19. Pass77,540 miles (+3,320)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    77,540 miles
    Test number
    269603481025
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake disc(s) FRONT lipped and slightly worn BUT NOT in such a condition that they are bseriously weakened
    • NoteBrake disc(s) REAR lipped/pitted and slightly worn BUT NOT in such a condition that they are seriously weakened

  20. Pass74,220 miles (+2,005)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    74,220 miles
    Test number
    212240190009
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak - rear diff

  21. Pass72,215 miles (+537)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    72,215 miles
    Test number
    631784189025
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak - engine and rear diff

  22. Pass71,678 miles (+457)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    71,678 miles
    Test number
    663437888047
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBrake Pads - Unable to inspect front and rear

  23. Pass71,221 miles (+63,308)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,221 miles
    Test number
    263267187057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    7,913 miles
    Test number
    763006486088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T479 ELM

Does T479 ELM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T479 ELM is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T479 ELM?
The MOT on T479 ELM is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T479 ELM done?
T479 ELM was recorded at 117,794 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 5,478 miles a year.
Has T479 ELM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T479 ELM has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T479 ELM 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 T479 ELM find?
T479 ELM passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust system - corrosion; hand brake - borderline pass needs attention; large engine top cover & under tray, and 1 more.

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