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BMW 530

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,926 cc

T979 KRTMOT history

T979 KRT is a red diesel BMW 530 first used on 8 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2022 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 201,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2022
Mileage
201,351 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,912 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T979 KRT
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
8 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T979 KRT was last recorded at 201,351 miles on 12 Oct 2022, 6,939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,412 miles · 13 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
6,939 miles
Average per year
6,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 201,351 miles
  • 2021 – 194,412 miles
  • 2020 – 182,790 miles
  • 2019 – 173,957 miles
  • 2018 – 161,902 miles
  • 2017 – 145,025 miles
  • 2016 – 133,618 miles
  • 2015 – 130,098 miles
  • 2014 – 125,855 miles
  • 2013 – 121,651 miles
  • 2012 – 117,992 miles
  • 2011 – 113,045 miles
  • 2010 – 109,235 miles
  • 2009 – 103,667 miles
  • 2008 – 97,831 miles
  • 2007 – 92,274 miles
  • 2006 – 86,477 miles
  • 2005 – 82,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail201,351 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner and outer sill to floor near jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner and outer sill to floor near jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail201,351 miles (+6,939)4 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,351 miles
    Test number
    658976268892
    • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner and outer sill to floor near jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner and outer sill to floor near jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass194,412 miles (+2,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    194,412 miles
    Test number
    684940663183
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded x2
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail192,314 miles (+9,524)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,314 miles
    Test number
    390225371482
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded x2
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass182,790 miles (+44)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    182,790 miles
    Test number
    452789139611
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail182,746 miles (+8,789)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,746 miles
    Test number
    221105377310
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective arm loose (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass173,957 miles (+107)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    173,957 miles
    Test number
    568395517812
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail173,850 miles (+11,948)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,850 miles
    Test number
    409247352769
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass161,902 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    161,902 miles
    Test number
    621645689586
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail161,884 miles (+16,859)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,884 miles
    Test number
    491719424038
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass145,025 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    145,025 miles
    Test number
    144708495839
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside fule pipes showing corrotion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush front lower (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail145,009 miles (+11,391)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,009 miles
    Test number
    809503012730
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside fule pipes showing corrotion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  12. Pass133,618 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    133,618 miles
    Test number
    974129928425
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush O/S/R & N/S/R lower (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail133,618 miles (+3,520)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,618 miles
    Test number
    262220724081
    • Repaired at testNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush O/S/R & N/S/R lower (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass130,098 miles (+4,243)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    130,098 miles
    Test number
    206517479120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,855 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    125,855 miles
    Test number
    899574044215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail125,855 miles (+4,204)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,855 miles
    Test number
    418904944270
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass121,651 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    121,651 miles
    Test number
    767772253202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail121,611 miles (+3,619)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,611 miles
    Test number
    977307843291
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass117,992 miles (+4,947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    117,992 miles
    Test number
    325619742478
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass113,045 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    113,045 miles
    Test number
    528651251214
    • NoteBoth headlamps have condensation behind lenses
    • NoteBoth headlamps patterns very dull and poor
    • NoteBoth rear wheels buckled and starting to mishape the tyres

  21. Fail113,045 miles (+3,810)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,045 miles
    Test number
    929689241291
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth headlamps have condensation behind lenses

  22. Pass109,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    109,235 miles
    Test number
    630136740253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail109,235 miles (+5,568)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,235 miles
    Test number
    611434240278
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass103,667 miles (+5,836)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    103,667 miles
    Test number
    801447949228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass97,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    97,831 miles
    Test number
    280808248239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail97,831 miles (+5,557)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,831 miles
    Test number
    731338348215
    • FailureNearside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass92,274 miles (+5,797)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    92,274 miles
    Test number
    292318647226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass86,477 miles (+3,565)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    86,477 miles
    Test number
    102279826234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass82,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    82,912 miles
    Test number
    713855335200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T979 KRT

Does T979 KRT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T979 KRT expired on 12 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T979 KRT?
The MOT on T979 KRT expired on 12 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T979 KRT done?
T979 KRT was recorded at 201,351 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2022, an average of 6,912 miles a year.
Has T979 KRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T979 KRT has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T979 KRT 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 T979 KRT find?
T979 KRT failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2022 with 4 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner and outer sill to floor near jacking point; nearside rear suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; offside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner and outer sill to floor near jacking point, and 11 more.

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