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BMW 740

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T559 SETMOT history

T559 SET is a black petrol BMW 740 first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 93,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
93,362 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T559 SET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
740
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T559 SET was last recorded at 93,362 miles on 5 Apr 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
93,352 miles · 6 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,362 miles
  • 2025 – 93,352 miles
  • 2024 – 93,241 miles
  • 2023 – 92,623 miles
  • 2022 – 92,560 miles
  • 2021 – 92,335 miles
  • 2020 – 90,320 miles
  • 2019 – 88,328 miles
  • 2018 – 87,665 miles
  • 2017 – 86,826 miles
  • 2016 – 86,358 miles
  • 2015 – 85,784 miles
  • 2014 – 85,066 miles
  • 2013 – 84,379 miles
  • 2012 – 83,755 miles
  • 2011 – 83,282 miles
  • 2010 – 82,749 miles
  • 2009 – 82,282 miles
  • 2008 – 81,826 miles
  • 2007 – 81,396 miles
  • 2006 – 80,910 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,362 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    93,362 miles
    Test number
    524464481756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail93,362 miles (+10)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,362 miles
    Test number
    904171296832
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

  3. Pass93,352 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    93,352 miles
    Test number
    624640948317
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, also slight corrosion to both rear jacking points.

  4. Fail93,352 miles (+111)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,352 miles
    Test number
    574697007256
    • Repaired at testBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, also slight corrosion to both rear jacking points.

  5. Pass93,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    93,241 miles
    Test number
    301442401612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail93,241 miles (+618)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,241 miles
    Test number
    505781460172
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass92,623 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    92,623 miles
    Test number
    140671991309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    92,560 miles
    Test number
    556651910871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail92,560 miles (+225)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,560 miles
    Test number
    332370069322
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  10. Pass92,335 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    92,335 miles
    Test number
    599355762429
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to offside rear jacking point.
    • AdvisorySlight play in front suspension bushes.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering components.

  11. Fail92,335 miles (+2,015)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,335 miles
    Test number
    946155166728
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to offside rear jacking point.
    • AdvisorySlight play in front suspension bushes.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering components.

  12. Pass90,320 miles (+1,992)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    90,320 miles
    Test number
    342623102151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,328 miles (+663)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    88,328 miles
    Test number
    705966447536
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass87,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    87,665 miles
    Test number
    404302178681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,665 miles (+839)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,665 miles
    Test number
    192681579303
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

  16. Pass86,826 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    86,826 miles
    Test number
    234288332630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    86,358 miles
    Test number
    856854577148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,358 miles (+574)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,358 miles
    Test number
    193785114090
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass85,784 miles (+718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    85,784 miles
    Test number
    138581485043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass85,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    85,066 miles
    Test number
    155373074065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail85,066 miles (+687)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,066 miles
    Test number
    919033974089
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  22. Pass84,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    84,379 miles
    Test number
    628479873020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail84,379 miles (+624)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,379 miles
    Test number
    695599873076
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass83,755 miles (+473)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    83,755 miles
    Test number
    449733082022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass83,282 miles (+533)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,282 miles
    Test number
    129163081034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass82,749 miles (+467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    82,749 miles
    Test number
    523192680093
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  27. Pass82,282 miles (+456)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    82,282 miles
    Test number
    180219879090
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside steering arm ball joints

  28. Pass81,826 miles (+430)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    81,826 miles
    Test number
    372005688074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass81,396 miles (+486)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    81,396 miles
    Test number
    323153387078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass80,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    80,910 miles
    Test number
    951104186010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T559 SET

Does T559 SET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T559 SET is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T559 SET?
The MOT on T559 SET is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T559 SET done?
T559 SET was recorded at 93,362 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2026, an average of 622 miles a year.
Has T559 SET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T559 SET has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T559 SET 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 T559 SET find?
T559 SET passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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