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BMW Convertible

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 2,500 cc

T495 RPBMOT history

T495 RPB is a blue petrol BMW Convertible first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 156,107 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2026
Mileage
156,107 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T495 RPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Convertible
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T495 RPB was last recorded at 156,107 miles on 29 Apr 2025, 886 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,221 miles · 29 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
886 miles
Average per year
5,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 156,107 miles
  • 2024 – 155,221 miles
  • 2023 – 155,018 miles
  • 2022 – 154,445 miles
  • 2021 – 153,745 miles
  • 2020 – 153,254 miles
  • 2019 – 151,544 miles
  • 2018 – 150,080 miles
  • 2017 – 148,820 miles
  • 2016 – 147,154 miles
  • 2015 – 84,639 miles
  • 2014 – 84,617 miles
  • 2013 – 83,024 miles
  • 2012 – 81,942 miles
  • 2011 – 79,208 miles
  • 2009 – 69,447 miles
  • 2008 – 63,254 miles
  • 2007 – 54,950 miles
  • 2006 – 46,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,107 miles

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,107 miles (+886)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    156,107 miles
    Test number
    883310901005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass155,221 miles (+203)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    155,221 miles
    Test number
    984148133690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass155,018 miles (+573)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    155,018 miles
    Test number
    895112251949
    • AdvisoryFront Inner rear wish bone bushes slight movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  4. Pass154,445 miles (+700)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    154,445 miles
    Test number
    770299252720
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning indicator (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted covering sills
  5. Pass153,745 miles (+127)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    153,745 miles
    Test number
    248806029076
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHazard warning lamps not showing in dash right side
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine component (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail153,618 miles (+364)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,618 miles
    Test number
    921092242276
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHazard warning lamps not showing in dash right side
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine component (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass153,254 miles (+6)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    153,254 miles
    Test number
    806435582096
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear calipers retaining clips missing
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
  8. Fail153,248 miles (+1,704)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,248 miles
    Test number
    317367712623
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear calipers retaining clips missing
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
  9. Pass151,544 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    151,544 miles
    Test number
    324174437030
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFRONT SEATS DO NOT FOLD FORWARD
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE CALIPER RETAINING CLIPS MISSING
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  10. Fail151,544 miles (+51)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,544 miles
    Test number
    839408439495
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFRONT SEATS DO NOT FOLD FORWARD
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE CALIPER RETAINING CLIPS MISSING
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  11. Fail151,493 miles (+1,413)1 dangerous10 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,493 miles
    Test number
    763381862035
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down underneath (2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake light not working
    • AdvisoryEngine Aux belt missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 2.0MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear caliper retaining springs missing
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing
  12. Pass150,080 miles (+1,260)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    150,080 miles
    Test number
    440345702469
    • AdvisoryCondition Engine drive belt cracks
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch trim loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass148,820 miles (+1,666)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    148,820 miles
    Test number
    349640956994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass147,154 miles (+205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    147,154 miles
    Test number
    853989843490
    • AdvisoryTemp repairs to wheel arches and rear inner arches
    • AdvisoryUnable to see behind sill covers
  15. Fail146,949 miles (+62,310)12 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,949 miles
    Test number
    417199319024
    • FailureElectrical wiring inadequately supported across bulk head under bonnet (1.9.2a)
    • FailureFront Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part both not clipped in properly and fouling shock (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)
    • FailureOffside Bonnet retaining device ineffective catch (8.4.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement bush at ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength arch/sill cut out and left open (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective both (5.2.5b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted both (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushs split/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre pressure low
    • AdvisoryO/s/r upper arm bolt too short and locking nut not on sufficiently to reach nyloc
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle leaning to the o/s - advise full suspension inpection
  16. Pass84,639 miles2 dangerous3 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    84,639 miles
    Test number
    556771425048
    • DangerousOil leak
    • DangerousIncorrect thickness and style bolts and nuts (not locking) fitted at o/s/r arms
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAll wheel damaged
    • NoteAux belt worn
    • NoteFan fouling engine casings
    • NoteO/s/f lower arm bush deteriorated
  17. Fail84,639 miles (+22)2 dangerous2 failures3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,639 miles
    Test number
    517781625031
    • DangerousOil leak
    • DangerousIncorrect thickness and style bolts and nuts (not locking) fitted at o/s/r arms
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAll wheel damaged
    • NoteAux belt worn
    • NoteFan fouling engine casings
  18. Fail84,617 miles (+1,593)6 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,617 miles
    Test number
    778494084225
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)
    • FailureOffside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake hoses perished
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracked
  19. Pass83,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    83,024 miles
    Test number
    607148783293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail83,024 miles (+1,082)2 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,024 miles
    Test number
    435781383224
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteN/s/r shock leaking
    • NoteO/s/f tyre very cracked
  21. Pass81,942 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    81,942 miles
    Test number
    105717782200
    • NoteN/s/f lower arm bush incorrectly fitted
    • NoteN/s/r coil spring fractured
    • NoteN/s/r tyre low
    • NoteO/s/f brake hose chaffed
    • NoteSteering wheel top bearing worn
  22. Fail81,942 miles (+2,734)7 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,942 miles
    Test number
    987838572209
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/f lower arm bush incorrectly fitted
    • NoteN/s/r coil spring fractured
    • NoteN/s/r tyre low
    • NoteO/s/f brake hose chaffed
    • NoteSteering wheel top bearing worn
  23. Pass79,208 miles (+9,761)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    79,208 miles
    Test number
    499625511200
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOil level low
  24. Pass69,447 miles (+6,193)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,447 miles
    Test number
    123115039313
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  25. Pass63,254 miles (+8,304)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    63,254 miles
    Test number
    261272718343
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE PADS WORN LOW BOTH FRONT REAR WISHBONE BUSHES SHOWING WEAR
  26. Pass54,950 miles (+8,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    54,950 miles
    Test number
    812453017379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass46,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,693 miles
    Test number
    142325656242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T495 RPB

Does T495 RPB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T495 RPB expired on 25 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T495 RPB?
The MOT on T495 RPB expired on 25 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T495 RPB done?
T495 RPB was recorded at 156,107 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2025, an average of 5,874 miles a year.
Has T495 RPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T495 RPB has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T495 RPB 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 T495 RPB find?
T495 RPB passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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