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BMW 530

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,926 cc

T898 GNMMOT history

T898 GNM is a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 312,751 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2023
Mileage
312,751 km
At MOT on 22 Mar 2022
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,734 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T898 GNM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T898 GNM was last recorded at 312,751 km on 22 Mar 2022, 37,137 km more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
275,614 km · 1 Jul 2015
Between the last two tests
37,137 km
Average per year
7,734 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 312,751 km
  • 2015 – 275,614 km
  • 2014 – 267,340 km
  • 2013 – 266,640 km
  • 2012 – 254,332 km
  • 2011 – 242,264 km
  • 2009 – 227,420 km
  • 2008 – 208,627 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass312,751 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS
  • AdvisoryUndertray and covers fitted obscuring underside

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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass312,751 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    312,751 km
    Test number
    894959180821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS
    • AdvisoryUndertray and covers fitted obscuring underside

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    969483258792
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both blades. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/under trays fitted.

  3. Pass275,614 km5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    275,614 km
    Test number
    929152685126
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  4. Fail275,614 km (+8,274)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,614 km
    Test number
    168175575146
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  5. Pass267,340 km1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    267,340 km
    Test number
    617803584114
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  6. Fail267,340 km (+700)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,340 km
    Test number
    258111774167
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  7. Pass266,640 km (+12,308)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    266,640 km
    Test number
    177692303123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  8. Pass254,332 km (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    254,332 km
    Test number
    228607352144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  9. Fail254,330 km (+12,066)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,330 km
    Test number
    579366652135
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  10. Pass242,264 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    242,264 km
    Test number
    569308911079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail242,264 km (+14,844)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,264 km
    Test number
    105928911420
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass227,420 km (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    227,420 km
    Test number
    974110019356
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail227,414 km (+18,787)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,414 km
    Test number
    572907709310
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass208,627 km (+97)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    208,627 km
    Test number
    322717188201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f drop link

  15. Fail208,530 km5 dangerous3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,530 km
    Test number
    371593478241
    • DangerousCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f drop link

Questions about T898 GNM

Does T898 GNM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T898 GNM expired on 24 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T898 GNM?
The MOT on T898 GNM expired on 24 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T898 GNM done?
T898 GNM was recorded at 312,751 km at its MOT on 22 Mar 2022, an average of 7,734 km a year.
Has T898 GNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T898 GNM has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2015.
Has the mileage on T898 GNM 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 T898 GNM find?
T898 GNM passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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