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BMW M5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 4,941 cc

T526 ARXMOT history

T526 ARX is a red petrol BMW M5 first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2024 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 129,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2024
Mileage
129,176 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2023
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T526 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T526 ARX was last recorded at 129,176 miles on 11 Aug 2023, 1,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,916 miles · 1 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
1,260 miles
Average per year
4,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,176 miles
  • 2022 – 127,916 miles
  • 2021 – 120,476 miles
  • 2020 – 118,742 miles
  • 2019 – 116,069 miles
  • 2018 – 113,511 miles
  • 2017 – 102,661 miles
  • 2016 – 90,997 miles
  • 2015 – 87,986 miles
  • 2014 – 82,523 miles
  • 2013 – 77,629 miles
  • 2012 – 71,993 miles
  • 2011 – 65,764 miles
  • 2010 – 61,801 miles
  • 2009 – 57,749 miles
  • 2008 – 53,926 miles
  • 2007 – 49,818 miles
  • 2006 – 45,470 miles
  • 2005 – 39,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,176 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 3MM AND WORN ON INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 3MM AND WORN ON INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF PINION SEAL (8.4.1 (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.

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,176 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    129,176 miles
    Test number
    864721243337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 3MM AND WORN ON INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 3MM AND WORN ON INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF PINION SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail129,176 miles (+1,260)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,176 miles
    Test number
    343618503412
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 3MM AND WORN ON INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 3MM AND WORN ON INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF PINION SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,916 miles (+7,440)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    127,916 miles
    Test number
    607010287674
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential pinion seal weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass120,476 miles (+1,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    120,476 miles
    Test number
    623491591172
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,742 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    118,742 miles
    Test number
    226537108776
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail118,742 miles (+2,673)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,742 miles
    Test number
    560684587980
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass116,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    116,069 miles
    Test number
    988555266879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail116,068 miles (+2,557)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,068 miles
    Test number
    747426215114
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass113,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    113,511 miles
    Test number
    253058313190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,511 miles (+1)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,511 miles
    Test number
    777676764739
    • DangerousCentral Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire under fuel tank (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

  11. Fail113,510 miles (+10,849)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,510 miles
    Test number
    880336367352
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch sticking

  12. Pass102,661 miles (+11,664)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,661 miles
    Test number
    224746768165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush bent arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush bent arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Pass90,997 miles (+3,011)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    90,997 miles
    Test number
    424265830415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,986 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    87,986 miles
    Test number
    496559565176
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAll brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteFront and rear sills corroded

  15. Fail87,986 miles (+5,463)2 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,986 miles
    Test number
    959889165116
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAll brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteFront and rear sills corroded

  16. Fail82,523 miles1 repaired6 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,523 miles
    Test number
    219446674410
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil leak nearside front
    • NoteRear diff oil leak
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering idler

  17. Pass82,523 miles (+4,894)6 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,523 miles
    Test number
    286426674483
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil leak nearside front
    • NoteRear diff oil leak
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering idler

  18. Pass77,629 miles3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,629 miles
    Test number
    307252183171
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear sills corroded but covered so cannot see properly

  19. Fail77,629 miles (+5,636)1 repaired3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,629 miles
    Test number
    986342283151
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear sills corroded but covered so cannot see properly

  20. Pass71,993 miles (+144)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    71,993 miles
    Test number
    276439392188
    • NoteFront and rear brake pipes coroded !!
    • NoteFront brake disks badly coroded and wearing thin!!
    • NoteFront number plate starting to delaminate !!
    • NoteFuel line badly coroded !
    • NotePlay in both stearing rack knuckles !!
    • NoteProp shaft front bearing split !

  21. Fail71,849 miles (+6,085)2 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,849 miles
    Test number
    449843892160
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pipes coroded !!
    • NoteFront brake disks badly coroded and wearing thin!!
    • NoteFront number plate starting to delaminate !!
    • NoteFuel line badly coroded !
    • NoteNearside beam image blurey !!
    • NotePlay in both stearing rack knuckles !!
    • NoteProp shaft front bearing split !

  22. Pass65,764 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    65,764 miles
    Test number
    426568981119
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail65,746 miles (+3,945)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,746 miles
    Test number
    419915881196
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass61,801 miles (+4,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    61,801 miles
    Test number
    972510090137
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  25. Pass57,749 miles (+8)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,749 miles
    Test number
    474661299156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail57,741 miles (+3,815)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,741 miles
    Test number
    212230089199
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass53,926 miles (+4,108)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    53,926 miles
    Test number
    220582888481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,818 miles (+4,348)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    49,818 miles
    Test number
    624242077189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass45,470 miles (+5,555)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    45,470 miles
    Test number
    363560486197
    • NoteSlight free play in n/s/r suspension bottom bush

  30. Pass39,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    39,915 miles
    Test number
    512306365153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T526 ARX

Does T526 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T526 ARX expired on 31 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T526 ARX?
The MOT on T526 ARX expired on 31 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T526 ARX done?
T526 ARX was recorded at 129,176 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2023, an average of 4,917 miles a year.
Has T526 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T526 ARX has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T526 ARX 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 T526 ARX find?
T526 ARX passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and worn on inside edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and worn on inside edge; oil leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion seal.

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