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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

J9 LCKMOT history

J9 LCK is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 27 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 132,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

J9 LCK silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
132,467 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 LCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 LCK was last recorded at 132,467 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 3,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,041 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,426 miles
Average per year
6,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,467 miles
  • 2025 – 129,041 miles
  • 2024 – 123,577 miles
  • 2022 – 111,155 miles
  • 2021 – 108,432 miles
  • 2020 – 103,310 miles
  • 2019 – 94,513 miles
  • 2018 – 83,205 miles
  • 2017 – 73,901 miles
  • 2015 – 70,590 miles
  • 2014 – 65,221 miles
  • 2013 – 58,879 miles
  • 2012 – 50,233 miles
  • 2011 – 41,710 miles
  • 2010 – 33,877 miles
  • 2009 – 27,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,467 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,467 miles (+3,426)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    132,467 miles
    Test number
    486565069858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,041 miles (+5,464)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    129,041 miles
    Test number
    756795560529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,577 miles (+12,422)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    123,577 miles
    Test number
    533278477110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,155 miles (+2,723)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    111,155 miles
    Test number
    543085038301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,432 miles (+5,122)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,432 miles
    Test number
    371641256971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,310 miles (+8,797)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    103,310 miles
    Test number
    998313217074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass94,513 miles (+11,308)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,513 miles
    Test number
    770490887488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    83,205 miles
    Test number
    745850414064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,205 miles (+9,304)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,205 miles
    Test number
    927819585439
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  10. Pass73,901 miles (+3,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,901 miles
    Test number
    538005010994
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre sidewall has a cut but not in excess deep enough to reach ply or cord

  11. Pass70,590 miles (+5,369)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    70,590 miles
    Test number
    472557534864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,221 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,221 miles
    Test number
    497781954257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail65,221 miles (+6,342)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,221 miles
    Test number
    857181654234
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass58,879 miles (+8,646)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,879 miles
    Test number
    125918943220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,233 miles (+8,523)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,233 miles
    Test number
    989318742289
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass41,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,710 miles
    Test number
    308055541447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail41,710 miles (+7,833)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,710 miles
    Test number
    828865941212
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass33,877 miles (+6,713)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,877 miles
    Test number
    403514040241
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront geometry required

  19. Pass27,164 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,164 miles
    Test number
    802404069272
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail27,164 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,164 miles
    Test number
    351032969260
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about J9 LCK

Does J9 LCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 LCK is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 LCK?
The MOT on J9 LCK is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 LCK done?
J9 LCK was recorded at 132,467 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 6,405 miles a year.
Has J9 LCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 LCK has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on J9 LCK 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 J9 LCK find?
J9 LCK passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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