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Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,998 cc

T540 BANMOT history

T540 BAN is a blue petrol Fiat Coupe first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 249,629 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
249,629 km
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,781 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T540 BAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Coupe
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T540 BAN was last recorded at 249,629 km on 31 Oct 2025, 871 km more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
248,758 km · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
871 km
Average per year
2,781 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 249,629 km
  • 2024 – 248,758 km
  • 2023 – 247,752 km
  • 2022 – 246,868 km
  • 2021 – 245,978 km
  • 2020 – 245,050 km
  • 2019 – 244,352 km
  • 2018 – 243,301 km
  • 2017 – 241,413 km
  • 2015 – 238,457 km
  • 2012 – 236,002 km
  • 2011 – 232,935 km
  • 2010 – 227,826 km
  • 2007 – 206,480 km
  • 2006 – 194,892 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass249,629 km

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Coil spring corroded all four corners of vehicle

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass249,629 km (+871)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    249,629 km
    Test number
    294292431521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass248,758 km (+38)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    248,758 km
    Test number
    205122515768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail248,720 km (+968)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,720 km
    Test number
    733124357542
    • 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))

  4. Pass247,752 km (+884)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    247,752 km
    Test number
    254609064686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass246,868 km (+890)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    246,868 km
    Test number
    501883809545
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four corners of vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass245,978 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    245,978 km
    Test number
    959232493486
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four corners of vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail245,978 km (+928)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,978 km
    Test number
    460025647727
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four corners of vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass245,050 km (+698)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    245,050 km
    Test number
    654909223398
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four corners of vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer pipe leading to box (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass244,352 km (+1,051)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    244,352 km
    Test number
    329760615214
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass243,301 km (+1,888)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    243,301 km
    Test number
    496631005633
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass241,413 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    241,413 km
    Test number
    374099387176
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres showing age cracks in tread pattern but no visible ply or cords showing at this time .
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses cloudy.
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass239,371 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    239,371 miles
    Test number
    573710771983
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail239,371 miles7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,371 miles
    Test number
    757875467314
    • FailureExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamps dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from turbo aera

  14. Pass238,457 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    238,457 km
    Test number
    825706535072
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass237,836 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    237,836 miles
    Test number
    135268524462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail237,836 miles (+675)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,836 miles
    Test number
    478728224059
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass237,161 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    237,161 miles
    Test number
    877328323054
    • NoteFront discs rusty
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear discs rusty

  18. Pass236,002 km
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    236,002 km
    Test number
    206701832081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail236,002 km (+3,067)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,002 km
    Test number
    608871132022
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass232,935 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    232,935 km
    Test number
    839108041015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail232,935 km (+5,109)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,935 km
    Test number
    179701441451
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass227,826 km (+10)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    227,826 km
    Test number
    633893940047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail227,816 km1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,816 km
    Test number
    404762540008
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  24. Pass221,829 miles (+7,527)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    221,829 miles
    Test number
    773527839089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass214,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    214,302 miles
    Test number
    834045038061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass206,480 km (+25)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    206,480 km
    Test number
    760588837051
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  27. Fail206,455 km (+11,563)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,455 km
    Test number
    912477637002
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  28. Pass194,892 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    194,892 km
    Test number
    624824556062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T540 BAN

Does T540 BAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T540 BAN is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T540 BAN?
The MOT on T540 BAN is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T540 BAN done?
T540 BAN was recorded at 249,629 km at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 2,781 km a year.
Has T540 BAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T540 BAN has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T540 BAN 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 T540 BAN find?
T540 BAN passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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