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BMW 5 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T538 BJBMOT history

T538 BJB is a silver petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 159,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jun 2024
Mileage
159,826 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T538 BJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T538 BJB was last recorded at 159,826 miles on 12 Jun 2023, 5,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,137 miles · 17 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
5,689 miles
Average per year
3,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 159,826 miles
  • 2022 – 154,137 miles
  • 2021 – 151,094 miles
  • 2020 – 148,488 miles
  • 2019 – 146,432 miles
  • 2018 – 142,817 miles
  • 2017 – 140,037 miles
  • 2016 – 137,258 miles
  • 2015 – 134,651 miles
  • 2014 – 131,972 miles
  • 2013 – 129,497 miles
  • 2012 – 126,712 miles
  • 2011 – 124,448 miles
  • 2010 – 120,844 miles
  • 2009 – 115,729 miles
  • 2008 – 110,259 miles
  • 2007 – 104,999 miles
  • 2006 – 102,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,826 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,826 miles (+5,689)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    159,826 miles
    Test number
    390682655730
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass154,137 miles (+3,043)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    154,137 miles
    Test number
    510164737844
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass151,094 miles (+2,606)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    151,094 miles
    Test number
    405530630811
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SMALL CHIP ON O/S (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass148,488 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    148,488 miles
    Test number
    174839178381
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail148,488 miles (+2,056)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,488 miles
    Test number
    616264005378
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL: malfunction indicator lamp on
    • AdvisoryNearside condensation in headlamp

  6. Pass146,432 miles (+3,615)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    146,432 miles
    Test number
    940867968274
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass142,817 miles (+2,780)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    142,817 miles
    Test number
    325607645253
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view very small chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass140,037 miles (+2,779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    140,037 miles
    Test number
    856898091602
    • AdvisoryFront both wiper blades split
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass137,258 miles (+2,607)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    137,258 miles
    Test number
    728272070607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass134,651 miles (+2,679)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    134,651 miles
    Test number
    897960675151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass131,972 miles (+2,475)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    131,972 miles
    Test number
    138492524187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass129,497 miles (+2,785)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    129,497 miles
    Test number
    828098723142
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Pass126,712 miles (+2,264)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    126,712 miles
    Test number
    288815032137
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Pass124,448 miles (+3,604)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    124,448 miles
    Test number
    438661841115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass120,844 miles (+5,115)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    120,844 miles
    Test number
    810591740197
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHandbrake lever near maximum travel

  16. Pass115,729 miles (+5,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    115,729 miles
    Test number
    824258709140
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Fail110,259 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,259 miles
    Test number
    270153928463
    • Repaired at testBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass110,259 miles (+5,260)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    110,259 miles
    Test number
    272063928461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass104,999 miles (+2,835)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    104,999 miles
    Test number
    273798417152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail102,164 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,164 miles
    Test number
    461860806197
    • Repaired at testTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass102,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    102,164 miles
    Test number
    610830106126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T538 BJB

Does T538 BJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T538 BJB expired on 23 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T538 BJB?
The MOT on T538 BJB expired on 23 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T538 BJB done?
T538 BJB was recorded at 159,826 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2023, an average of 3,358 miles a year.
Has T538 BJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T538 BJB has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on T538 BJB 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 T538 BJB find?
T538 BJB passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2023 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 4 more.

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