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BMW 5 Series

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,926 cc

T953 CBLMOT history

T953 CBL is a red diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 10 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2025
Mileage
101,057 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T953 CBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T953 CBL was last recorded at 101,057 miles on 22 Jan 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,051 miles · 4 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 101,057 miles
  • 2021 – 100,989 miles
  • 2019 – 91,698 miles
  • 2018 – 87,423 miles
  • 2016 – 75,808 miles
  • 2015 – 69,721 miles
  • 2014 – 66,299 miles
  • 2013 – 61,521 miles
  • 2012 – 57,374 miles
  • 2011 – 49,429 miles
  • 2010 – 49,352 miles
  • 2009 – 47,634 miles
  • 2008 – 45,543 miles
  • 2007 – 43,134 miles
  • 2006 – 40,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,057 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,057 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    101,057 miles
    Test number
    678945788161
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  2. Fail101,051 miles (+62)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,051 miles
    Test number
    225218052917
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH SIDES lower rose bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged mirror missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  3. Pass100,989 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,989 miles
    Test number
    652572692099
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail100,988 miles (+9,290)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,988 miles
    Test number
    305428318703
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated Sill (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass91,698 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,698 miles
    Test number
    990085586532
    • AdvisoryFront plastic headlamps foded slightly reducing image
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small pin holes in flexy section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes rusted

  6. Fail91,696 miles (+4,273)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,696 miles
    Test number
    524673437067
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront plastic headlamps foded slightly reducing image
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small pin holes in flexy section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes rusted

  7. Pass87,423 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    87,423 miles
    Test number
    332197294455
    • AdvisoryFront plastic headlamps faded slightly reducing image
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front both pipes surface rusting (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail87,422 miles (+11,614)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,422 miles
    Test number
    702046366558
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront plastic headlamps faded slightly reducing image
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front both pipes surface rusting (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass75,808 miles (+6,087)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,808 miles
    Test number
    384598384950
    • AdvisoryDamage on windscreen.
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f shock has slight misting of oil.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre is bold on the inner edge.
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/r hub bush.

  10. Pass69,721 miles (+3)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    69,721 miles
    Test number
    486956565107
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f/tyre scrubbing on outer edge and age cracking
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp in bumper cracked

  11. Fail69,718 miles (+3,419)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,718 miles
    Test number
    145784865165
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f/tyre scrubbing on outer edge and age cracking
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp in bumper cracked

  12. Fail66,299 miles1 repaired4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,299 miles
    Test number
    205334084140
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs scored
    • NoteN/s/front fog lamp in bumper damaged

  13. Pass66,299 miles (+4,778)4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,299 miles
    Test number
    248304984411
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs scored
    • NoteN/s/front fog lamp in bumper damaged

  14. Fail61,521 miles1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,521 miles
    Test number
    117644663121
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/front fog lamp glass broken
    • NoteRear discs coroded on edges
    • NoteSlight fading on plastic headlamps

  15. Pass61,521 miles (+4,147)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,521 miles
    Test number
    819724563184
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/front fog lamp glass broken
    • NoteRear discs coroded on edges
    • NoteSlight fading on plastic headlamps

  16. Pass57,374 miles (+7,945)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,374 miles
    Test number
    807487282196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth plastic headlamps scratched and slightly faded
    • NoteScoring and corosion on rear discs

  17. Fail49,429 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,429 miles
    Test number
    186398161135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass49,429 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,429 miles
    Test number
    299818161485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass49,352 miles (+1,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,352 miles
    Test number
    202843830154
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass47,634 miles (+2,091)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,634 miles
    Test number
    883442939145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,543 miles (+2,409)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,543 miles
    Test number
    850519248112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,134 miles (+2,415)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    43,134 miles
    Test number
    214343047475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,719 miles
    Test number
    212552746176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T953 CBL

Does T953 CBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T953 CBL expired on 21 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T953 CBL?
The MOT on T953 CBL expired on 21 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T953 CBL done?
T953 CBL was recorded at 101,057 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2024, an average of 3,415 miles a year.
Has T953 CBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T953 CBL has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T953 CBL 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 T953 CBL find?
T953 CBL passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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