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BMW 840

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T536 ARXMOT history

T536 ARX is a silver petrol BMW 840 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 164,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
164,521 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T536 ARX
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T536 ARX was last recorded at 164,521 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,519 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,521 miles
  • 2024 – 163,291 miles
  • 2023 – 161,721 miles
  • 2022 – 160,122 miles
  • 2021 – 159,048 miles
  • 2020 – 157,490 miles
  • 2019 – 155,538 miles
  • 2018 – 155,534 miles
  • 2016 – 151,655 miles
  • 2015 – 148,859 miles
  • 2014 – 146,071 miles
  • 2013 – 139,761 miles
  • 2012 – 131,662 miles
  • 2011 – 125,718 miles
  • 2010 – 119,077 miles
  • 2009 – 115,536 miles
  • 2008 – 110,018 miles
  • 2006 – 102,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,521 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor conditionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes almost excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To ABS pump (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine, almost excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Almost excessive (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Fuel pipe/s corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,521 miles (+2)2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    164,521 miles
    Test number
    506057405453
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes almost excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To ABS pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine, almost excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Almost excessive (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail164,519 miles (+1,228)4 major2 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,519 miles
    Test number
    245907235773
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes almost excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To ABS pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine, almost excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Almost excessive (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass163,291 miles (+1,570)2 minor22 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    163,291 miles
    Test number
    127223936678
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To abs pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Some play in steering idler arm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine, almost excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass161,721 miles (+1,599)1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    161,721 miles
    Test number
    634409799739
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner brake pads appear to be wearing thin
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner brake pads appear to be wearing thin
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front and rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion across underside of vehicle
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass160,122 miles (+10)2 minor23 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    160,122 miles
    Test number
    777816034371
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner brake pads appear to be wearing thin
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner brake pads appear to be wearing thin
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion across underside of vehicle

  6. Fail160,112 miles (+1,064)1 major2 minor23 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,112 miles
    Test number
    611299009591
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner brake pads appear to be wearing thin
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner brake pads appear to be wearing thin
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion across underside of vehicle

  7. Pass159,048 miles (+49)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    159,048 miles
    Test number
    353513053730
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust boxes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear subframes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fuel pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail158,999 miles (+1,509)9 major3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,999 miles
    Test number
    215373026359
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission Gearbox oil leak on the exhaust catalytic convertor (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Differential seal leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass157,490 miles (+90)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    157,490 miles
    Test number
    785889161764
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryLower radiator support corroded

  10. Fail157,400 miles (+1,862)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,400 miles
    Test number
    641348329446
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryLower radiator support badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroded

  11. Pass155,538 miles (+2)1 dangerous21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    155,538 miles
    Test number
    778335125306
    • DangerousReverse light work when rear fog light is on.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryLower radiator support corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail155,536 miles (+1)1 dangerous2 major21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,536 miles
    Test number
    417279159748
    • DangerousReverse light work when rear fog light is on.
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryLower radiator support corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail155,535 miles (+1)1 dangerous8 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,535 miles
    Test number
    255403335266
    • DangerousReverse lights illuminate when rear fog lamp is operated
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded At ASC Unit (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded At ASC Unit (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust mounting defective flange (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective flange (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Fail155,534 miles (+3,879)4 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,534 miles
    Test number
    639768798317
    • FailureCentral Steering arm excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded but not considered dangerous
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp operation illuminates reversing light
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded but not considered excessive

  15. Pass151,655 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    151,655 miles
    Test number
    962384900106
    • AdvisoryDeterioration underside and components

  16. Fail151,653 miles (+2,794)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,653 miles
    Test number
    557483133380
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryDeterioration and corrosion underside components

  17. Pass148,859 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    148,859 miles
    Test number
    418026575112
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  18. Fail148,859 miles (+2,788)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,859 miles
    Test number
    819846065115
    • DangerousNearside Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  19. Pass146,071 miles (+6,310)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    146,071 miles
    Test number
    519069564195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass139,761 miles (+3)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    139,761 miles
    Test number
    228910173131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNeaside steering arm has slight play

  21. Fail139,758 miles (+8,096)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,758 miles
    Test number
    959979563174
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNeaside steering arm has slight play

  22. Pass131,662 miles10 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    131,662 miles
    Test number
    257400552417
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteAll fuel pipes slightly coroded
    • NoteFluid leak from above brake master cylinder,possibly from water valve.
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteFuel pipe under brake master cylinder coroded
    • NoteOffside fuel pipes coroded
    • NotePipes around brake master cylinder showing signs of corosion
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  23. Fail131,662 miles (+5,944)1 failure9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,662 miles
    Test number
    395000852103
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteAll fuel pipes slightly coroded
    • NoteOffside fuel pipes coroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  24. Pass125,718 miles (+6)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    125,718 miles
    Test number
    225728361448
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front jack point missing
    • NoteOffside fuel pipe corroding

  25. Fail125,712 miles (+6,635)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,712 miles
    Test number
    766817961182
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front jack point missing
    • NoteOffside fuel pipe corroding

  26. Pass119,077 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    119,077 miles
    Test number
    154744950177
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Fail119,077 miles (+3,541)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,077 miles
    Test number
    231124050491
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Fail115,536 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,536 miles
    Test number
    653200849140
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass115,536 miles (+5,518)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    115,536 miles
    Test number
    683080349128
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass110,018 miles (+7,217)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    110,018 miles
    Test number
    390206338158
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/sr exhaust heat shield rusting away

  31. Pass102,801 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    102,801 miles
    Test number
    331251416354
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front brake discs.
    • NoteSlight corrosion to metal fuel pipes on underside.

Questions about T536 ARX

Does T536 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T536 ARX is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T536 ARX?
The MOT on T536 ARX is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T536 ARX done?
T536 ARX was recorded at 164,521 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 3,245 miles a year.
Has T536 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T536 ARX has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T536 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 T536 ARX find?
T536 ARX passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 16 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust system in poor condition, and 15 more.

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