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BMW 528

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T647 SPAMOT history

T647 SPA is a blue petrol BMW 528 first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2023 and it has passed 13 of 27 MOT tests, with 170,493 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2023
Mileage
170,493 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2023
MOT tests
27
13 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T647 SPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T647 SPA was last recorded at 170,493 miles on 9 Feb 2023, 578 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,915 miles · 11 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
578 miles
Average per year
3,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 170,493 miles
  • 2022 – 169,915 miles
  • 2019 – 162,865 miles
  • 2013 – 149,187 miles
  • 2011 – 147,550 miles
  • 2009 – 144,052 miles
  • 2008 – 139,256 miles
  • 2007 – 136,288 miles
  • 2006 – 130,116 miles
  • 2005 – 117,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    103848379603
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail170,493 miles (+578)1 dangerous5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,493 miles
    Test number
    236947267266
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass169,915 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    169,915 miles
    Test number
    255133760635
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive Steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail169,901 miles2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,901 miles
    Test number
    633294949489
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive Steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. PassMileage not read3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    301916617819
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass162,865 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    162,865 miles
    Test number
    362067664046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail162,864 miles2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,864 miles
    Test number
    269377723581
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    601355035099
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    308522092173
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    279068385680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read4 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    940511275998
    • DangerousBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • DangerousBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • DangerousNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint straight arm, marked with chalk (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    116104774292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass149,187 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    149,187 miles
    Test number
    968585193220
    • NoteRear tyres have cuts but not through to cords

  14. Fail149,187 miles (+1,637)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,187 miles
    Test number
    789934393203
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear tyres have cuts but not through to cords

  15. Pass147,550 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    147,550 miles
    Test number
    287084301432
    • NoteO/s/f brake disc rubbing against backplate
    • NoteSmall cut in o/s/r tyre

  16. Fail147,549 miles (+15)2 failures1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,549 miles
    Test number
    747634001156
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteO/s/f brake disc rubbing against backplate
    • NoteSmall cut in o/s/r tyre

  17. Fail147,534 miles (+3,482)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,534 miles
    Test number
    955776271018
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass144,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    144,052 miles
    Test number
    482042859435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail144,052 miles (+4,796)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,052 miles
    Test number
    203702259323
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass139,256 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    139,256 miles
    Test number
    360524458393
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail139,253 miles (+2,965)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,253 miles
    Test number
    754073058380
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail136,288 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,288 miles
    Test number
    431315057342
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass136,288 miles (+6,172)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    136,288 miles
    Test number
    444085157361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail130,116 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,116 miles
    Test number
    484140546354
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass130,116 miles (+12,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    130,116 miles
    Test number
    920050146339
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass117,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    117,578 miles
    Test number
    474879455214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail117,578 miles3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,578 miles
    Test number
    211399555259
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll brake pads look low
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

Questions about T647 SPA

Does T647 SPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T647 SPA expired on 10 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T647 SPA?
The MOT on T647 SPA expired on 10 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T647 SPA done?
T647 SPA was recorded at 170,493 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2023, an average of 3,041 miles a year.
Has T647 SPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T647 SPA has failed 14 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T647 SPA 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 T647 SPA find?
T647 SPA failed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2023 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 11 more.

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