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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

2 BPDMOT history

2 BPD is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Jun 2000. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 36 MOT tests, with 307,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
307,890 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
36
20 passed · 16 failed
Per year
9,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2 BPD
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

2 BPD was last recorded at 307,890 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 1,627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
306,263 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,627 miles
Average per year
9,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 307,890 miles
  • 2024 – 306,263 miles
  • 2023 – 304,789 miles
  • 2022 – 303,072 miles
  • 2021 – 300,046 miles
  • 2020 – 296,434 miles
  • 2019 – 292,668 miles
  • 2018 – 289,344 miles
  • 2017 – 285,128 miles
  • 2016 – 283,062 miles
  • 2015 – 281,091 miles
  • 2014 – 276,665 miles
  • 2013 – 269,609 miles
  • 2012 – 262,088 miles
  • 2011 – 247,159 miles
  • 2010 – 226,108 miles
  • 2009 – 205,365 miles
  • 2008 – 184,145 miles
  • 2007 – 157,535 miles
  • 2006 – 131,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass307,890 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced side (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 9 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear handbrake effort reduced efficency only just met

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass307,890 miles (+1,627)2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    307,890 miles
    Test number
    513998119950
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced side (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake effort reduced efficency only just met
  2. Pass306,263 miles (+1,474)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    306,263 miles
    Test number
    233053683997
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass304,789 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    304,789 miles
    Test number
    198391890600
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
  4. Fail304,784 miles (+1,712)1 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    304,784 miles
    Test number
    613181456951
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
  5. Pass303,072 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    303,072 miles
    Test number
    733980695161
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  6. Fail303,070 miles (+3,024)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    303,070 miles
    Test number
    672097950904
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  7. Pass300,046 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    300,046 miles
    Test number
    481207086396
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail300,042 miles (+3,608)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    300,042 miles
    Test number
    528559269472
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass296,434 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    296,434 miles
    Test number
    825149918757
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail296,430 miles (+3,762)2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    296,430 miles
    Test number
    352363271819
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass292,668 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    292,668 miles
    Test number
    612823545309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  12. Fail292,663 miles (+3,319)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,663 miles
    Test number
    931057290204
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  13. Pass289,344 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    289,344 miles
    Test number
    691919549034
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Fail289,343 miles (+4,215)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    289,343 miles
    Test number
    511322093170
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass285,128 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    285,128 miles
    Test number
    511320435390
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Fail285,128 miles (+2,066)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    285,128 miles
    Test number
    587633174190
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass283,062 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    283,062 miles
    Test number
    318760814271
    • AdvisoryEngine Cover
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Fail283,061 miles (+1,970)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,061 miles
    Test number
    180384050067
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine Cover
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  19. Pass281,091 miles (+4,426)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    281,091 miles
    Test number
    629482055137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNs sill damaged
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass276,665 miles (+4)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    276,665 miles
    Test number
    719959744142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Fail276,661 miles (+7,052)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,661 miles
    Test number
    928072644134
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Pass269,609 miles (+175)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    269,609 miles
    Test number
    988694533115
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteGearbox leaking oil
  23. Fail269,434 miles (+7,346)1 dangerous5 failures9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,434 miles
    Test number
    835761123172
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front & both front to rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteNearside front position light dull
    • NotePlay in offside front anti-roll bar link
    • NotePlay in offside front steering rack inner joint
    • NotePlay in offside rear anti-roll bar link
    • NotePower steering pipes from reservoir damp
  24. Pass262,088 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    262,088 miles
    Test number
    709849542172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All position lamps have light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  25. Fail262,088 miles (+14,929)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,088 miles
    Test number
    115959742186
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All position lamps have light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  26. Pass247,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    247,159 miles
    Test number
    637022351155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail247,159 miles (+21,051)7 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,159 miles
    Test number
    797251651182
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCondensation in nearside headlamp
  28. Pass226,108 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    226,108 miles
    Test number
    702793530143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail226,085 miles (+20,720)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,085 miles
    Test number
    283108820419
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  30. Pass205,365 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    205,365 miles
    Test number
    720198749159
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  31. Fail205,365 miles (+21,220)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,365 miles
    Test number
    742282749126
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  32. Pass184,145 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    184,145 miles
    Test number
    201660458161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail184,132 miles (+26,597)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,132 miles
    Test number
    271848848150
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  34. Pass157,535 miles (+26,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    157,535 miles
    Test number
    764394747140
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  35. Pass131,208 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    131,208 miles
    Test number
    521291956163
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  36. Fail131,208 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,208 miles
    Test number
    374911356102
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

Questions about 2 BPD

What vehicle is registration 2 BPD currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2 BPD on a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Jun 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 2 BPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 2 BPD is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 2 BPD?
The MOT on 2 BPD is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 2 BPD done?
2 BPD was recorded at 307,890 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 9,092 miles a year.
Has 2 BPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2 BPD has failed 16 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on 2 BPD 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 2 BPD find?
2 BPD passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 15 advisories: nearside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced side; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; fuel pipe/s corroded, and 14 more.

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