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BMW 530

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,926 cc

T701 BSOMOT history

T701 BSO is a red diesel BMW 530 first used on 19 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Oct 2022 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 210,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Oct 2022
Mileage
210,190 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2021
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T701 BSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T701 BSO was last recorded at 210,190 miles on 21 Oct 2021, 6,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,176 miles · 27 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
6,014 miles
Average per year
6,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 210,190 miles
  • 2020 – 204,176 miles
  • 2018 – 196,512 miles
  • 2017 – 188,441 miles
  • 2016 – 180,997 miles
  • 2015 – 170,773 miles
  • 2014 – 166,071 miles
  • 2013 – 165,335 miles
  • 2011 – 158,558 miles
  • 2010 – 150,111 miles
  • 2009 – 136,189 miles
  • 2008 – 130,469 miles
  • 2007 – 120,395 miles
  • 2006 – 111,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,190 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Fuel pipes corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,190 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    210,190 miles
    Test number
    369072311712
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail210,190 miles (+6,014)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,190 miles
    Test number
    889760242749
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass204,176 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    204,176 miles
    Test number
    473650050642
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  4. Fail204,176 miles (+21)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,176 miles
    Test number
    944298419345
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  5. Fail204,155 miles (+56)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,155 miles
    Test number
    589381374884
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail204,099 miles (+7,587)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,099 miles
    Test number
    264675684817
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody heavily undersealed

  7. Pass196,512 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    196,512 miles
    Test number
    574339105225
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. FailMileage not read2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    912968319499
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass188,441 miles (+7,444)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    188,441 miles
    Test number
    661419043547
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass180,997 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    180,997 miles
    Test number
    898455207279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  11. Fail180,920 miles (+10,147)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,920 miles
    Test number
    450095376971
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from n/s of rack (2.3.3b)

  12. Pass170,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    170,773 miles
    Test number
    255977945487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail170,773 miles (+4,702)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,773 miles
    Test number
    548897745140
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass166,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    166,071 miles
    Test number
    685571744139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail166,067 miles (+732)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,067 miles
    Test number
    245001744421
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass165,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    165,335 miles
    Test number
    769751553127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail165,335 miles (+6,777)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,335 miles
    Test number
    918578843177
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  18. Pass158,558 miles (+8,447)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    158,558 miles
    Test number
    925908871236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass150,111 miles (+9,208)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    150,111 miles
    Test number
    293247570249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass140,903 miles (+4,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    140,903 miles
    Test number
    340397370042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • 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)

  21. Pass136,189 miles (+5,720)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    136,189 miles
    Test number
    382387469004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass130,469 miles (+10,074)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    130,469 miles
    Test number
    212031888049
    • NoteFront brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteN/s/r wheel nut damaged but still secure
    • NoteRear no plate starting to deterioate

  23. Pass120,395 miles (+8,510)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    120,395 miles
    Test number
    884183377010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass111,885 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    111,885 miles
    Test number
    413413876027
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail111,873 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,873 miles
    Test number
    320008066054
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T701 BSO

Does T701 BSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T701 BSO expired on 26 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T701 BSO?
The MOT on T701 BSO expired on 26 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T701 BSO done?
T701 BSO was recorded at 210,190 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2021, an average of 6,295 miles a year.
Has T701 BSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T701 BSO has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T701 BSO 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 T701 BSO find?
T701 BSO passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2021 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside fuel pipes corroded, and 2 more.

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