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BMW 523

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

J8 KHWMOT history

J8 KHW is a grey petrol BMW 523 first used on 26 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 6 Jun 2022 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 117,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Expired
On 6 Jun 2022
Mileage
117,777 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 KHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

J8 KHW was last recorded at 117,777 miles on 22 Feb 2026, 937 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,840 miles · 7 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
937 miles
Average per year
4,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,777 miles
  • 2021 – 116,840 miles
  • 2019 – 115,333 miles
  • 2018 – 113,452 miles
  • 2017 – 109,265 miles
  • 2016 – 89,402 miles
  • 2015 – 84,398 miles
  • 2013 – 73,779 miles
  • 2012 – 67,327 miles
  • 2011 – 60,665 miles
  • 2010 – 51,506 miles
  • 2009 – 38,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,777 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed water leak from engine (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,777 miles (+937)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,777 miles
    Test number
    289749137994
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed water leak from engine (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass116,840 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    116,840 miles
    Test number
    397380324885
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail116,838 miles (+1,505)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,838 miles
    Test number
    912229794742
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system corroded (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass115,333 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,333 miles
    Test number
    910069394517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & has nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail115,333 miles (+1,881)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,333 miles
    Test number
    528260922187
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & has nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass113,452 miles (+4,187)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    113,452 miles
    Test number
    752249184822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,265 miles (+19,863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    109,265 miles
    Test number
    524740348713
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass89,402 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    89,402 miles
    Test number
    207475112331
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Fail89,397 miles (+4,999)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,397 miles
    Test number
    516396538907
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass84,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    84,398 miles
    Test number
    447361925137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail84,398 miles (+10,619)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,398 miles
    Test number
    615081025161
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass73,779 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    73,779 miles
    Test number
    367168013403
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail73,779 miles (+6,452)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,779 miles
    Test number
    659298113231
    • Repaired at testCentre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass67,327 miles (+6,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    67,327 miles
    Test number
    395175982128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass60,665 miles (+9,159)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,665 miles
    Test number
    948925271184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,506 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,506 miles
    Test number
    730755260177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,343 miles (+12,513)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,343 miles
    Test number
    282012860436
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass38,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,830 miles
    Test number
    781140689134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 KHW

Does J8 KHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J8 KHW expired on 6 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J8 KHW?
The MOT on J8 KHW expired on 6 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J8 KHW done?
J8 KHW was recorded at 117,777 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2026, an average of 4,741 miles a year.
Has J8 KHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 KHW has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 KHW 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 J8 KHW find?
J8 KHW failed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside front tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; emissions unable to be completed water leak from engine; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 12 more.

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