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BMW 5 Series

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,926 cc

T63 SWKMOT history

T63 SWK is a black diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 21 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 154,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2025
Mileage
154,854 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T63 SWK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T63 SWK was last recorded at 154,854 miles on 3 Feb 2024, 32,006 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,848 miles · 20 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
32,006 miles
Average per year
4,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 154,854 miles
  • 2023 – 122,848 miles
  • 2022 – 122,800 miles
  • 2021 – 121,253 miles
  • 2020 – 119,673 miles
  • 2019 – 118,755 miles
  • 2018 – 115,830 miles
  • 2017 – 113,868 miles
  • 2016 – 111,939 miles
  • 2015 – 110,540 miles
  • 2014 – 109,649 miles
  • 2013 – 108,752 miles
  • 2012 – 107,752 miles
  • 2011 – 106,517 miles
  • 2010 – 104,466 miles
  • 2009 – 102,873 miles
  • 2008 – 99,075 miles
  • 2007 – 93,672 miles
  • 2006 – 82,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,854 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s jacking points (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front brakes imbalanced.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • N/S/R Under car sill area corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,854 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    154,854 miles
    Test number
    245705689130
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s jacking points (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail154,854 miles (+32,006)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,854 miles
    Test number
    342352165654
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s jacking points (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,848 miles (+48)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    122,848 miles
    Test number
    436423956325
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear n/s & o/s jacking points corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Fail122,800 miles (+1,547)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,800 miles
    Test number
    911295899135
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,253 miles (+1,580)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,253 miles
    Test number
    488422352943
    • MinorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corrosion around jacking point

  6. Pass119,673 miles (+918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    119,673 miles
    Test number
    740231647945
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass118,755 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    118,755 miles
    Test number
    846002398886
    • AdvisoryFront brakes imbalanced.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R Under car sill area corroded.
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

  8. Fail118,755 miles (+2,925)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,755 miles
    Test number
    519931457978
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill area as marked. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes imbalanced.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R Under car sill area corroded.
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

  9. Pass115,830 miles (+1,962)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    115,830 miles
    Test number
    994213353010
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance 25%
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s washers poor spray pattern

  10. Pass113,868 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,868 miles
    Test number
    185112574756
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished

  11. Fail113,866 miles (+1,927)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,866 miles
    Test number
    889105895663
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished

  12. Pass111,939 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    111,939 miles
    Test number
    354604670362
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  13. Fail111,937 miles (+1,397)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,937 miles
    Test number
    642105145718
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering jacking point as marked (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering jacking point as marked (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  14. Pass110,540 miles (+891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    110,540 miles
    Test number
    177116085408
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass109,649 miles (+49)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    109,649 miles
    Test number
    819382504143
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail109,600 miles (+848)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,600 miles
    Test number
    106239474422
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePreviously replaced brake pipes poorly fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail108,752 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,752 miles
    Test number
    268207123418
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass108,752 miles (+1,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    108,752 miles
    Test number
    837907723123
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass107,752 miles (+1,235)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    107,752 miles
    Test number
    888936432173
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  20. Pass106,517 miles1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    106,517 miles
    Test number
    459158911148
    • DangerousOffside rear brake pipe chaffing on fuel tank
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  21. Fail106,517 miles (+2,051)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,517 miles
    Test number
    787107411103
    • DangerousOffside rear brake pipe chaffing on fuel tank
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  22. Pass104,466 miles (+35)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    104,466 miles
    Test number
    922115800125
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFuel pipes front to rear slighly corroded
    • NoteOsf brake pipe fouling on fuel tank
    • NoteRear number plate sliughtly deteriorated

  23. Fail104,431 miles (+1,558)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,431 miles
    Test number
    810146390028
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFuel pipes front to rear slighly corroded
    • NoteOsf brake pipe fouling on fuel tank
    • NoteRear number plate sliughtly deteriorated

  24. Pass102,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    102,873 miles
    Test number
    382562329192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail102,873 miles (+3,798)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,873 miles
    Test number
    990471829108
    • FailureFront Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  26. Fail99,075 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,075 miles
    Test number
    112572728113
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass99,075 miles (+5,403)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    99,075 miles
    Test number
    380262628173
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass93,672 miles (+11,609)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    93,672 miles
    Test number
    413473427188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass82,063 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    82,063 miles
    Test number
    283649406477
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T63 SWK

Does T63 SWK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T63 SWK expired on 2 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T63 SWK?
The MOT on T63 SWK expired on 2 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T63 SWK done?
T63 SWK was recorded at 154,854 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2024, an average of 4,091 miles a year.
Has T63 SWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T63 SWK has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T63 SWK 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 T63 SWK find?
T63 SWK passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2024 with 4 advisories: offside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s, and 1 more.

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