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BMW 728

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T538 BSOMOT history

T538 BSO is a blue petrol BMW 728 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 69,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
69,702 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T538 BSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
728
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T538 BSO was last recorded at 69,702 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 428 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,274 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
428 miles
Average per year
2,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,702 miles
  • 2025 – 69,274 miles
  • 2024 – 68,439 miles
  • 2023 – 67,526 miles
  • 2022 – 66,095 miles
  • 2021 – 64,530 miles
  • 2020 – 63,495 miles
  • 2019 – 61,943 miles
  • 2018 – 60,053 miles
  • 2017 – 55,690 miles
  • 2016 – 53,932 miles
  • 2015 – 52,135 miles
  • 2014 – 50,360 miles
  • 2013 – 48,493 miles
  • 2012 – 46,132 miles
  • 2011 – 43,846 miles
  • 2010 – 39,791 miles
  • 2009 – 36,644 miles
  • 2008 – 32,214 miles
  • 2007 – 26,519 miles
  • 2006 – 22,675 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,702 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Central Rear stop in-op

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front fog lights in-op

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass69,702 miles (+428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    69,702 miles
    Test number
    439201140952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass69,274 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    69,274 miles
    Test number
    275763984474
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear stop in-op
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights in-op
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

  3. Fail69,272 miles (+833)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,272 miles
    Test number
    352234841325
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear stop in-op
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights in-op
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

  4. Pass68,439 miles (+913)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    68,439 miles
    Test number
    776031301141
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box bracket broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass67,526 miles (+1,431)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    67,526 miles
    Test number
    298493634242
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still secure

  6. Pass66,095 miles (+1,565)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    66,095 miles
    Test number
    810940853772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,530 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    64,530 miles
    Test number
    843679992452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail64,528 miles (+1,033)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,528 miles
    Test number
    793811290855
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light illuminated

  9. Pass63,495 miles (+1,552)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    63,495 miles
    Test number
    769166532159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,943 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    61,943 miles
    Test number
    578922445473
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  11. Fail61,941 miles (+1,888)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,941 miles
    Test number
    802551676950
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  12. Pass60,053 miles (+4,363)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    60,053 miles
    Test number
    673642224505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass55,690 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,690 miles
    Test number
    717456758800
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail55,687 miles (+1,755)3 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,687 miles
    Test number
    336090978818
    • DangerousNearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass53,932 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,932 miles
    Test number
    985326887174
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre rubber beginning to crack
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail53,932 miles (+1,797)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,932 miles
    Test number
    773709435887
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre rubber beginning to crack
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass52,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,135 miles
    Test number
    417633465058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Fail52,135 miles (+1,775)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,135 miles
    Test number
    176131365474
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Pass50,360 miles (+1,867)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,360 miles
    Test number
    966661274036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,493 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,493 miles
    Test number
    206348583058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,491 miles (+2,359)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,491 miles
    Test number
    928286863053
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass46,132 miles (+2,286)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    46,132 miles
    Test number
    205928752002
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass43,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    43,846 miles
    Test number
    109434251094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,846 miles (+4,055)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,846 miles
    Test number
    778013951003
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass39,791 miles (+3,147)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,791 miles
    Test number
    204046550019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,644 miles (+4,430)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    36,644 miles
    Test number
    563158349095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,214 miles (+5,695)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,214 miles
    Test number
    393977478012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,519 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    26,519 miles
    Test number
    802320687082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail26,498 miles (+3,823)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,498 miles
    Test number
    194328177464
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass22,675 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,675 miles
    Test number
    752820086095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T538 BSO

Does T538 BSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T538 BSO is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T538 BSO?
The MOT on T538 BSO is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T538 BSO done?
T538 BSO was recorded at 69,702 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 2,306 miles a year.
Has T538 BSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T538 BSO has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T538 BSO 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 BSO find?
T538 BSO passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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