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BMW M5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,941 cc

T542 ARXMOT history

T542 ARX is a black petrol BMW M5 first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2023 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 125,771 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2023
Mileage
125,771 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2022
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T542 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2023
Latest MOT test
28 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T542 ARX was last recorded at 125,771 miles on 28 May 2022, 1,415 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,356 miles · 1 May 2021
Between the last two tests
1,415 miles
Average per year
1,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,771 miles
  • 2021 – 124,356 miles
  • 2018 – 124,316 miles
  • 2017 – 123,721 miles
  • 2015 – 123,261 miles
  • 2013 – 122,668 miles
  • 2012 – 122,016 miles
  • 2011 – 121,457 miles
  • 2010 – 120,374 miles
  • 2009 – 118,043 miles
  • 2008 – 116,033 miles
  • 2007 – 114,128 miles
  • 2006 – 106,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,771 miles

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,771 miles (+1,415)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    125,771 miles
    Test number
    838852435756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass124,356 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    124,356 miles
    Test number
    786304379106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass124,316 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    124,316 miles
    Test number
    173115351683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass123,721 miles (+460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    123,721 miles
    Test number
    746521238978
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  5. Pass123,261 miles (+593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    123,261 miles
    Test number
    958539265145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass122,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    122,668 miles
    Test number
    355461983477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail122,668 miles (+652)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,668 miles
    Test number
    158782563292
    • DangerousAll 4 tyres cracked and perished
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass122,016 miles (+559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    122,016 miles
    Test number
    858990912256
    • 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)

  9. Pass121,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    121,457 miles
    Test number
    357041711449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail121,457 miles (+1,083)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,457 miles
    Test number
    619051311241
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass120,374 miles (+2,331)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    120,374 miles
    Test number
    881267290166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass118,043 miles (+2,010)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    118,043 miles
    Test number
    384036099110
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside wing mirror held on with duck tape
    • NoteRear diff leaking

  13. Pass116,033 miles (+1,905)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    116,033 miles
    Test number
    561909998130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass114,128 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    114,128 miles
    Test number
    412088697124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail114,125 miles (+7,315)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,125 miles
    Test number
    193283987170
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass106,810 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    106,810 miles
    Test number
    693239076179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T542 ARX

Does T542 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T542 ARX expired on 27 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T542 ARX?
The MOT on T542 ARX expired on 27 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T542 ARX done?
T542 ARX was recorded at 125,771 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2022, an average of 1,191 miles a year.
Has T542 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T542 ARX has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2013.
Has the mileage on T542 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 T542 ARX find?
T542 ARX passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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