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BMW 728

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T878 AFRMOT history

T878 AFR is a blue petrol BMW 728 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 197,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2025
Mileage
197,013 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T878 AFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
728
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T878 AFR was last recorded at 197,013 miles on 21 Dec 2024, 5,953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Oct 2013: 164,593 miles, lower than 165,590 miles on 24 Sept 2013.
  • 5 Oct 2019: 80,644 miles, lower than 171,600 miles on 2 Jun 2018.

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
191,060 miles · 13 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5,953 miles
Average per year
4,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 197,013 miles
  • 2023 – 191,060 miles
  • 2022 – 85,199 miles
  • 2020 – 83,199 miles
  • 2019 – 80,644 miles
  • 2018 – 171,600 miles
  • 2016 – 168,150 miles
  • 2015 – 166,962 miles
  • 2014 – 165,800 miles
  • 2013 – 164,593 miles
  • 2012 – 163,733 miles
  • 2011 – 154,325 miles
  • 2010 – 151,325 miles
  • 2009 – 144,051 miles
  • 2007 – 131,072 miles
  • 2006 – 120,337 miles
  • 2005 – 108,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,013 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,013 miles (+5,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    197,013 miles
    Test number
    857286631833
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass191,060 miles (+12)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    191,060 miles
    Test number
    101886553768
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail191,048 miles (+105,849)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,048 miles
    Test number
    636034096890
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass85,199 miles (+2,000)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    85,199 miles
    Test number
    334865796892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,199 miles (+2,555)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    83,199 miles
    Test number
    267546398646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,644 miles (-90,956)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    427309854725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass171,600 miles (+3,450)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    171,600 miles
    Test number
    516130333117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass168,150 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    168,150 miles
    Test number
    563633729477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Fail168,150 miles (+1,188)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,150 miles
    Test number
    330118035828
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Pass166,962 miles (+1,162)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    166,962 miles
    Test number
    694328154749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass165,800 miles (+1,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    165,800 miles
    Test number
    815554984290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  12. Pass164,593 miles (-997)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    164,593 miles
    Test number
    166791903347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail165,590 miles (+1,857)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,590 miles
    Test number
    249877663219
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  14. Pass163,733 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    163,733 miles
    Test number
    576926512201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail163,730 miles (+9,405)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,730 miles
    Test number
    736613212289
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  16. Pass154,325 miles (+3,000)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    154,325 miles
    Test number
    166651261112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass151,325 miles (+7,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    151,325 miles
    Test number
    321782650178
    • 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)

  18. Pass144,051 miles (+12,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    144,051 miles
    Test number
    360068829145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass131,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    131,072 miles
    Test number
    414894247429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    781531047338
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  21. Pass120,337 miles (+11,613)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    120,337 miles
    Test number
    844116036388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass108,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    108,724 miles
    Test number
    714907625339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T878 AFR

Does T878 AFR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T878 AFR expired on 20 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T878 AFR?
The MOT on T878 AFR expired on 20 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T878 AFR done?
T878 AFR was recorded at 197,013 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2024, an average of 4,628 miles a year.
Has T878 AFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T878 AFR has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T878 AFR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 28 Oct 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T878 AFR find?
T878 AFR passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2024 with 1 advisory: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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