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BMW 840

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T508 RNJMOT history

T508 RNJ is a silver petrol BMW 840 first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 138,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2025
Mileage
138,111 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T508 RNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T508 RNJ was last recorded at 138,111 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,770 miles · 30 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
341 miles
Average per year
2,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,111 miles
  • 2024 – 137,770 miles
  • 2023 – 136,722 miles
  • 2022 – 135,978 miles
  • 2021 – 135,019 miles
  • 2020 – 133,041 miles
  • 2019 – 129,318 miles
  • 2018 – 126,059 miles
  • 2017 – 121,605 miles
  • 2016 – 116,417 miles
  • 2014 – 115,429 miles
  • 2013 – 113,845 miles
  • 2012 – 111,547 miles
  • 2011 – 109,047 miles
  • 2010 – 107,383 miles
  • 2008 – 103,721 miles
  • 2007 – 98,160 miles
  • 2006 – 89,023 miles
  • 2005 – 80,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,111 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper have slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated and have play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,111 miles (+341)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,111 miles
    Test number
    633142792049
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass137,770 miles (+1,048)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    137,770 miles
    Test number
    883066797253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass136,722 miles (+744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    136,722 miles
    Test number
    706367849918
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass135,978 miles (+959)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    135,978 miles
    Test number
    817458857025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass135,019 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    135,019 miles
    Test number
    765185571957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,041 miles (+3,723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    133,041 miles
    Test number
    386957510435
    • AdvisoryFront front number slightly cracked

  7. Pass129,318 miles (+3,259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,318 miles
    Test number
    347217551656
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass126,059 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    126,059 miles
    Test number
    339184271347
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated and have play
    • AdvisoryBrake and suspension components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn / pitted
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak

  9. Fail126,059 miles (+4,454)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,059 miles
    Test number
    802870749708
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated and have play
    • AdvisoryBrake and suspension components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn / pitted
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak

  10. Pass121,605 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    121,605 miles
    Test number
    608400920629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail121,581 miles (+5,164)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,581 miles
    Test number
    412181927296
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass116,417 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    116,417 miles
    Test number
    336513028377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    115,429 miles
    Test number
    505050484027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail115,429 miles (+1,584)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,429 miles
    Test number
    275192174095
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass113,845 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    113,845 miles
    Test number
    616760553098
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  16. Fail113,845 miles (+2,298)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,845 miles
    Test number
    266482743048
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f brake has slight bind

  17. Pass111,547 miles (+2,500)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    111,547 miles
    Test number
    455011632092
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil filter housing insecure

  18. Pass109,047 miles (+1,664)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    109,047 miles
    Test number
    656547021062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake hoses showing perishing

  19. Pass107,383 miles (+85)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    107,383 miles
    Test number
    284536030001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFuel pipes corroaded

  20. Fail107,298 miles (+3,577)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,298 miles
    Test number
    154101310011
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass103,721 miles (+5,561)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    103,721 miles
    Test number
    913317958352
    • NoteBoth calalyst converters broken up inside
    • NoteCrack n/s wing mirror
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r top trailing arms slight play

  22. Pass98,160 miles (+9,137)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    98,160 miles
    Test number
    810665967303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust baffles loose
    • NoteSlight play o/n rear top radius arm bush

  23. Pass89,023 miles (+8,572)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    89,023 miles
    Test number
    412293266335
    • NoteBrake pedal spongy

  24. Pass80,451 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    80,451 miles
    Test number
    411063565438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail80,198 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,198 miles
    Test number
    522877435313
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Questions about T508 RNJ

Does T508 RNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T508 RNJ expired on 29 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T508 RNJ?
The MOT on T508 RNJ expired on 29 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T508 RNJ done?
T508 RNJ was recorded at 138,111 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 2,896 miles a year.
Has T508 RNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T508 RNJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T508 RNJ 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 T508 RNJ find?
T508 RNJ failed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 5 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 6 more.

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