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BMW 728

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,793 cc

X54 BMRMOT history

X54 BMR is a blue petrol BMW 728 first used on 19 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 102,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2023
Mileage
102,541 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2020
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X54 BMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
728
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
19 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X54 BMR was last recorded at 102,541 miles on 8 Jul 2020, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,499 miles · 20 May 2020
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
4,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 102,541 miles
  • 2019 – 100,543 miles
  • 2018 – 99,359 miles
  • 2017 – 98,980 miles
  • 2016 – 97,694 miles
  • 2015 – 96,318 miles
  • 2014 – 94,725 miles
  • 2013 – 91,948 miles
  • 2012 – 88,467 miles
  • 2011 – 86,319 miles
  • 2010 – 84,491 miles
  • 2009 – 80,701 miles
  • 2008 – 79,154 miles
  • 2007 – 76,998 miles
  • 2006 – 52,747 miles
  • 2005 – 40,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake discs slightly worn/corroded
  • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased/covered
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    571767672398
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake discs slightly worn/corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased/covered
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    188690582919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass102,541 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    102,541 miles
    Test number
    245414942159
    • AdvisoryFront Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail102,499 miles (+1,956)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,499 miles
    Test number
    771806557240
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated sill (6.2.4 (a) (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 Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated sill (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass100,543 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,543 miles
    Test number
    439698265839
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail100,543 miles (+1,184)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,543 miles
    Test number
    432379613688
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass99,359 miles (+379)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    99,359 miles
    Test number
    840498262960
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

  8. Fail98,980 miles (+1,286)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,980 miles
    Test number
    707504923043
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

  9. Pass97,694 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    97,694 miles
    Test number
    857315408735
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail97,693 miles (+1,375)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,693 miles
    Test number
    865024206731
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  11. Pass96,318 miles (+1,593)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    96,318 miles
    Test number
    434025611125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    94,725 miles
    Test number
    348051754335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,725 miles (+2,777)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,725 miles
    Test number
    488192244420
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge & perished

  14. Pass91,948 miles (+3,481)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    91,948 miles
    Test number
    705447113347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,467 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    88,467 miles
    Test number
    449168012311
    • 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)
    • NoteFuel tank filler hose damp

  16. Fail88,467 miles (+2,148)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,467 miles
    Test number
    819248112389
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteFuel tank filler hose damp

  17. Pass86,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    86,319 miles
    Test number
    156775411348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,319 miles (+1,828)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,319 miles
    Test number
    447915711386
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass84,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    84,491 miles
    Test number
    304406710357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail84,491 miles (+3,790)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,491 miles
    Test number
    262445110326
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass80,701 miles (+1,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    80,701 miles
    Test number
    771919329358
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail79,154 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,154 miles
    Test number
    222106348394
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass79,154 miles (+2,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    79,154 miles
    Test number
    800776448372
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass76,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    76,998 miles
    Test number
    400778767233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail76,998 miles (+10,916)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,998 miles
    Test number
    902044167249
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass66,082 miles (+13,335)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    66,082 miles
    Test number
    172501587413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,747 miles (+11,796)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    52,747 miles
    Test number
    241533656447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    40,951 miles
    Test number
    473088155153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail40,951 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,951 miles
    Test number
    481078055138
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X54 BMR

Does X54 BMR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X54 BMR expired on 7 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X54 BMR?
The MOT on X54 BMR expired on 7 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X54 BMR done?
X54 BMR was recorded at 102,541 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2020, an average of 4,083 miles a year.
Has X54 BMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X54 BMR has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2020.
Has the mileage on X54 BMR 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 X54 BMR find?
X54 BMR passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; brake discs slightly worn/corroded, and 2 more.

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