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BMW 523

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

231 XMMMOT history

231 XMM is a green petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 188,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
188,829 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
231 XMM
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

231 XMM was last recorded at 188,829 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 6,718 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,111 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,718 miles
Average per year
4,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,829 miles
  • 2025 – 182,111 miles
  • 2024 – 178,214 miles
  • 2023 – 176,231 miles
  • 2022 – 172,627 miles
  • 2021 – 167,747 miles
  • 2020 – 162,943 miles
  • 2019 – 157,250 miles
  • 2018 – 153,232 miles
  • 2017 – 148,806 miles
  • 2016 – 144,892 miles
  • 2015 – 143,216 miles
  • 2014 – 139,904 miles
  • 2013 – 134,883 miles
  • 2012 – 129,987 miles
  • 2011 – 124,534 miles
  • 2010 – 118,847 miles
  • 2009 – 109,312 miles
  • 2008 – 100,449 miles
  • 2007 – 99,033 miles
  • 2006 – 94,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,829 miles
  • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various sections front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,829 miles (+6,718)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    188,829 miles
    Test number
    107921316859
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various sections front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass182,111 miles (+3,897)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    182,111 miles
    Test number
    375751009270
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass178,214 miles (+1,983)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    178,214 miles
    Test number
    138801264195
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass176,231 miles (+3,604)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    176,231 miles
    Test number
    453583435457
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass172,627 miles (+4,880)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    172,627 miles
    Test number
    466704114867
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a)

  6. Pass167,747 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    167,747 miles
    Test number
    508366647702
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail167,738 miles (+8)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,738 miles
    Test number
    270638449874
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail167,730 miles (+4,787)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,730 miles
    Test number
    907702328770
    • MajorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows red light to the front blue colour lights to the front (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear both
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured doth side (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass162,943 miles (+5,693)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    162,943 miles
    Test number
    330781289021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass157,250 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    157,250 miles
    Test number
    796557781366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail157,242 miles (+4,010)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,242 miles
    Test number
    619766857258
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass153,232 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    153,232 miles
    Test number
    585251817897
    • AdvisoryFull under covers fitted and engine cover

  13. Fail153,226 miles (+169)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,226 miles
    Test number
    642224771050
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull under covers fitted and engine cover

  14. Fail153,057 miles (+4,251)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,057 miles
    Test number
    585239883045
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass148,806 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    148,806 miles
    Test number
    260135788448
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail148,798 miles (+3,906)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,798 miles
    Test number
    762029449214
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass144,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    144,892 miles
    Test number
    645938536786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail144,891 miles (+1,675)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,891 miles
    Test number
    883545690406
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicator comes on (1.1.A.3f)

  19. Pass143,216 miles (+3,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    143,216 miles
    Test number
    684021797473
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass139,904 miles (+96)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    139,904 miles
    Test number
    367044924429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail139,808 miles (+4,925)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,808 miles
    Test number
    615296114218
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass134,883 miles (+4,896)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    134,883 miles
    Test number
    968054403261
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass129,987 miles (+5,453)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    129,987 miles
    Test number
    879582412262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass124,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    124,534 miles
    Test number
    827587701212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail124,534 miles (+5,687)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,534 miles
    Test number
    979320101273
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass118,847 miles (+9,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    118,847 miles
    Test number
    360082820405
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass109,312 miles (+8,863)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    109,312 miles
    Test number
    821484029240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass100,449 miles (+1,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    100,449 miles
    Test number
    420756628220
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass99,033 miles (+4,850)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    99,033 miles
    Test number
    654998527272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass94,183 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    94,183 miles
    Test number
    173448026234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail94,181 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,181 miles
    Test number
    364126626284
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about 231 XMM

What vehicle is registration 231 XMM currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 231 XMM on a green petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Sept 2000. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 231 XMM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 231 XMM is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 231 XMM?
The MOT on 231 XMM is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 231 XMM done?
231 XMM was recorded at 188,829 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 4,719 miles a year.
Has 231 XMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 231 XMM has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on 231 XMM 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 231 XMM find?
231 XMM passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s rear; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 5 more.

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