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BMW 528

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T515 RKRMOT history

T515 RKR is a green petrol BMW 528 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 226,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2026
Mileage
226,167 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T515 RKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T515 RKR was last recorded at 226,167 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 9,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,251 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,916 miles
Average per year
8,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 226,167 miles
  • 2025 – 216,251 miles
  • 2024 – 215,771 miles
  • 2023 – 200,954 miles
  • 2022 – 187,258 miles
  • 2021 – 175,570 miles
  • 2020 – 167,553 miles
  • 2019 – 152,743 miles
  • 2018 – 144,673 miles
  • 2017 – 133,177 miles
  • 2016 – 127,818 miles
  • 2015 – 118,035 miles
  • 2014 – 107,438 miles
  • 2013 – 91,337 miles
  • 2012 – 75,494 miles
  • 2011 – 68,711 miles
  • 2010 – 65,659 miles
  • 2009 – 63,239 miles
  • 2008 – 63,128 miles
  • 2007 – 62,735 miles
  • 2006 – 62,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail226,167 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • 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))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe to nearside, corroded above both sides of subframe. (1.1.11 (c))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower front arms, front bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play rusty (2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage near excessive ? (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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.

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail226,167 miles (+9,916)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,167 miles
    Test number
    218135075190
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe to nearside, corroded above both sides of subframe. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower front arms, front bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play rusty (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage near excessive ? (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass216,251 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    216,251 miles
    Test number
    229545339525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail216,248 miles (+477)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,248 miles
    Test number
    364940589880
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail215,771 miles (+14,817)10 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,771 miles
    Test number
    486208715904
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass200,954 miles (+13,696)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    200,954 miles
    Test number
    711269898986
    • MinorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass187,258 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    187,258 miles
    Test number
    972944243684
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail187,244 miles (+11,674)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,244 miles
    Test number
    828478735392
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing stalk (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front most (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear most (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass175,570 miles (+8,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    175,570 miles
    Test number
    518258636415
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass167,553 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    167,553 miles
    Test number
    472861939836
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail167,553 miles (+14,810)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,553 miles
    Test number
    341852505399
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass152,743 miles (+8,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    152,743 miles
    Test number
    674757911973
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass144,673 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    144,673 miles
    Test number
    677904184064
    • AdvisoryAuxillary drive belt cracked
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail144,673 miles (+11,496)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,673 miles
    Test number
    173824051175
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAuxillary drive belt cracked
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass133,177 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    133,177 miles
    Test number
    348834737025
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail133,177 miles (+5,359)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,177 miles
    Test number
    822289262465
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass127,818 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    127,818 miles
    Test number
    453343887508
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower rose push (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower rose bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail127,810 miles (+9,775)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,810 miles
    Test number
    936386819849
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded left (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower rose push (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower rose bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass118,035 miles (+10,597)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    118,035 miles
    Test number
    685814085168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass107,438 miles (+16,101)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,438 miles
    Test number
    408205604289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass91,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    91,337 miles
    Test number
    355930203217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail91,337 miles (+15,843)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,337 miles
    Test number
    696600703232
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  22. Pass75,494 miles (+618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    75,494 miles
    Test number
    125758892144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail74,876 miles (+6,165)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,876 miles
    Test number
    137374582178
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  24. Pass68,711 miles (+3,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    68,711 miles
    Test number
    207426291113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass65,659 miles (+2,420)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,659 miles
    Test number
    614950510212
    • NoteAll four tyres have perished cracks

  26. Pass63,239 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    63,239 miles
    Test number
    500328089184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass63,128 miles (+393)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    63,128 miles
    Test number
    673882198071
    • NoteAir bag light on.

  28. Pass62,735 miles (+540)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    62,735 miles
    Test number
    130487557413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass62,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    62,195 miles
    Test number
    150410936409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T515 RKR

Does T515 RKR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T515 RKR expired on 30 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T515 RKR?
The MOT on T515 RKR expired on 30 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T515 RKR done?
T515 RKR was recorded at 226,167 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 8,131 miles a year.
Has T515 RKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T515 RKR has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T515 RKR 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 T515 RKR find?
T515 RKR failed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 11 more.

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