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BMW 520

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T618 TBBMOT history

T618 TBB is a green petrol BMW 520 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 151,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2024
Mileage
151,457 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,678 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T618 TBB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T618 TBB was last recorded at 151,457 miles on 9 Jan 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jul 2019: 126,296 miles, lower than 126,298 miles on 17 Jul 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
151,457 miles · 7 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,457 miles
  • 2022 – 143,911 miles
  • 2021 – 137,517 miles
  • 2019 – 126,296 miles
  • 2018 – 117,767 miles
  • 2017 – 115,957 miles
  • 2016 – 115,526 miles
  • 2015 – 114,717 miles
  • 2014 – 112,889 miles
  • 2013 – 111,201 miles
  • 2012 – 109,478 miles
  • 2011 – 105,314 miles
  • 2010 – 99,903 miles
  • 2009 – 94,766 miles
  • 2008 – 88,021 miles
  • 2007 – 81,769 miles
  • 2006 – 73,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,457 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded they look like they are weeping on steel pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking on shoulder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass151,457 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    151,457 miles
    Test number
    266839872610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail151,457 miles (+7,546)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,457 miles
    Test number
    579401096849
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass143,911 miles (+6,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    143,911 miles
    Test number
    971015357835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near the fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass137,517 miles (+11,221)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    137,517 miles
    Test number
    602905765516
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass126,296 miles (-2)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    126,296 miles
    Test number
    539356463875
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded they look like they are weeping on steel pipes
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking on shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail126,298 miles (+8,531)4 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,298 miles
    Test number
    432732068928
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded they look like they are weeping on steel pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking on shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass117,767 miles (+1,810)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    117,767 miles
    Test number
    160484527870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,957 miles (+431)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    115,957 miles
    Test number
    343328584147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear drop link slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres uneven wear
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades poor condition
    • AdvisoryFuel lines poor condition
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps poor condition
    • AdvisorySurface rust to both front and main brake pipes

  9. Pass115,526 miles (+809)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,526 miles
    Test number
    793511072652
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear drop link slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp poor condition
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres uneven wear, worn on edges
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryFuel lines poor condition
    • AdvisorySurface rust to brake pipes

  10. Pass114,717 miles (+1,828)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    114,717 miles
    Test number
    589521005267
    • NoteCorrosion to all brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteCorrosion to fuel lines
    • NoteFuel tank straps poor condition
    • NoteSlight play n/s/r drop link
    • NoteSurface rust to brake pipes

  11. Pass112,889 miles (+1,688)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    112,889 miles
    Test number
    896257474189
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteCorrosion to front coil springs
    • NoteCorrosion to fuel lines
    • NoteCorrosion to fuel tank straps
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteO/s/f brake backing plate loose

  12. Pass111,201 miles9 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    111,201 miles
    Test number
    375434703453
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust
    • NoteCorrosion to front brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to fuel lines
    • NoteCorrosion to petrol tank straps
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteN/s/f brake pad wear indicator broken
    • NoteRear brake discs poor condition
    • NoteSurface rust to front brake pipes
    • NoteUnderbody corrosion forming

  13. Fail111,201 miles (+1,723)3 failures9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,201 miles
    Test number
    566014103213
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust
    • NoteCorrosion to front brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to fuel lines
    • NoteCorrosion to petrol tank straps
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteN/s/f brake pad wear indicator broken
    • NoteRear brake discs poor condition
    • NoteSurface rust to front brake pipes
    • NoteUnderbody corrosion forming

  14. Pass109,478 miles (+4,164)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    109,478 miles
    Test number
    238446902264
    • NoteCorrosion to all brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to fuel lines
    • NoteFront washers weak
    • NoteFront wiper blades poor condition
    • NoteSlight play o/s//r drop link
    • NoteSurface rust to front brake pipes

  15. Pass105,314 miles (+5,411)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    105,314 miles
    Test number
    265506991177
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust
    • NoteCorrosion to fuel lines
    • NoteCorrosion to rear brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to rear coil springs
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 3mm
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on legal limit (just acceptable)
    • NoteSlight play o/s/r drop link
    • NoteSurface rust to front brake pipes
    • NoteWiper blades poor condition

  16. Pass99,903 miles (+5,137)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,903 miles
    Test number
    724551100201
    • NoteCorrosion to all brake discs
    • NoteHeat shields loose underbody
    • NoteSlight play both rear drop links
    • NoteSurface rust to front brake pipes
    • NoteWater in front headlamps

  17. Pass94,766 miles (+6,745)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    94,766 miles
    Test number
    283189889110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail88,021 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,021 miles
    Test number
    914728298167
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  19. Pass88,021 miles (+6,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    88,021 miles
    Test number
    920438898199
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  20. Pass81,769 miles (+7,805)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    81,769 miles
    Test number
    593957497109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    73,964 miles
    Test number
    313207066112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T618 TBB

Does T618 TBB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T618 TBB expired on 23 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T618 TBB?
The MOT on T618 TBB expired on 23 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T618 TBB done?
T618 TBB was recorded at 151,457 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2023, an average of 4,678 miles a year.
Has T618 TBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T618 TBB has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T618 TBB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jul 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T618 TBB find?
T618 TBB passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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