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BMW 728

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T972 DBYMOT history

T972 DBY is a silver petrol BMW 728 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 162,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
162,470 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T972 DBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
728
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T972 DBY was last recorded at 162,470 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 1,066 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Apr 2009: 59,390 miles, lower than 155,805 miles on 18 Jan 2008.
  • 9 Jul 2018: 115,150 miles, lower than 127,807 miles on 12 Jul 2017.

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
161,404 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,066 miles
Average per year
5,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,470 miles
  • 2025 – 161,404 miles
  • 2024 – 160,097 miles
  • 2023 – 158,265 miles
  • 2022 – 154,961 miles
  • 2021 – 149,968 miles
  • 2018 – 115,150 miles
  • 2017 – 127,807 miles
  • 2016 – 120,051 miles
  • 2015 – 112,084 miles
  • 2014 – 103,395 miles
  • 2013 – 93,578 miles
  • 2012 – 85,607 miles
  • 2011 – 76,331 miles
  • 2010 – 67,423 miles
  • 2009 – 59,390 miles
  • 2008 – 155,805 miles
  • 2006 – 54,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,470 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass162,470 miles (+1,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    162,470 miles
    Test number
    582547439940
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass161,404 miles (+1,307)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    161,404 miles
    Test number
    170374754640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass160,097 miles (+1,832)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    160,097 miles
    Test number
    966080524327
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass158,265 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    158,265 miles
    Test number
    426191869769
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail158,265 miles (+3,304)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,265 miles
    Test number
    503346168936
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass154,961 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    154,961 miles
    Test number
    777622320833
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail154,961 miles (+4,993)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,961 miles
    Test number
    774133096466
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass149,968 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    149,968 miles
    Test number
    271686006684
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner ball joint on linkage (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail149,968 miles2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,968 miles
    Test number
    643451006360
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner ball joint on linkage (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    719660222162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass115,150 miles (-12,657)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,150 miles
    Test number
    691893327376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass127,807 miles (+7,756)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    127,807 miles
    Test number
    922747005707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass120,051 miles (+7,967)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    120,051 miles
    Test number
    483386805603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,084 miles (+8,689)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    112,084 miles
    Test number
    248610815265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass103,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    103,395 miles
    Test number
    218035494134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail103,395 miles (+9,817)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,395 miles
    Test number
    955135094102
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass93,578 miles (+7,971)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    93,578 miles
    Test number
    487447783112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,607 miles (+9,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    85,607 miles
    Test number
    698463712291
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass76,331 miles (+8,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    76,331 miles
    Test number
    925660581101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass67,423 miles (+8,033)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    67,423 miles
    Test number
    762911410162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,390 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,390 miles
    Test number
    153726499408
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail59,390 miles (-96,415)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,390 miles
    Test number
    393096799070
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass155,805 miles (+101,352)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    155,805 miles
    Test number
    704898118057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,453 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    54,453 miles
    Test number
    981046096290
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T972 DBY

Does T972 DBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T972 DBY is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T972 DBY?
The MOT on T972 DBY is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T972 DBY done?
T972 DBY was recorded at 162,470 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 5,601 miles a year.
Has T972 DBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T972 DBY has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T972 DBY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 6 Apr 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T972 DBY find?
T972 DBY passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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