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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

J9 UGAMOT history

J9 UGA is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 28 Jul 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 109,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
109,739 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 UGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Jul 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 UGA was last recorded at 109,739 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 4,966 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,773 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,966 miles
Average per year
3,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,739 miles
  • 2025 – 104,773 miles
  • 2024 – 102,213 miles
  • 2023 – 99,192 miles
  • 2022 – 90,185 miles
  • 2021 – 84,149 miles
  • 2020 – 80,847 miles
  • 2019 – 79,835 miles
  • 2018 – 78,820 miles
  • 2017 – 77,627 miles
  • 2016 – 75,093 miles
  • 2015 – 72,479 miles
  • 2014 – 69,792 miles
  • 2013 – 66,948 miles
  • 2012 – 64,250 miles
  • 2011 – 60,967 miles
  • 2010 – 58,493 miles
  • 2009 – 55,725 miles
  • 2008 – 53,093 miles
  • 2007 – 48,344 miles
  • 2006 – 41,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,739 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Brake fluid contaminated

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,739 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    109,739 miles
    Test number
    348210286048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail109,739 miles (+4,966)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,739 miles
    Test number
    117505113091
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,773 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    104,773 miles
    Test number
    785783107413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail104,770 miles (+2,557)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,770 miles
    Test number
    313750662735
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass102,213 miles (+3,021)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    102,213 miles
    Test number
    453379872301
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass99,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    99,192 miles
    Test number
    793244534742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,180 miles (+8,995)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,180 miles
    Test number
    954498648535
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  8. Pass90,185 miles (+6,036)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    90,185 miles
    Test number
    312582531925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    84,149 miles
    Test number
    246306411746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,149 miles (+3,302)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,149 miles
    Test number
    500798013889
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass80,847 miles (+1,012)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    80,847 miles
    Test number
    642649089459
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroded

  12. Pass79,835 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,835 miles
    Test number
    557133018276
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perished
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has a nail in its tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded

  13. Fail79,835 miles (+1,015)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,835 miles
    Test number
    350128279623
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perished
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has a nail in its tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded

  14. Pass78,820 miles (+1,193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,820 miles
    Test number
    540194415487
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

  15. Pass77,627 miles (+2,534)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,627 miles
    Test number
    860258113037
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake flexi hoses perished

  16. Pass75,093 miles (+2,614)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    75,093 miles
    Test number
    964971595069
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNail in o/s/r tyre outer tread
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake efficiency slightly lower than n/s
    • AdvisoryRear brake flexi hoses starting to perish

  17. Pass72,479 miles (+2,687)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,479 miles
    Test number
    869608005257
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre outter tread
    • NoteOffside headlamp image becoming poor

  18. Fail69,792 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,792 miles
    Test number
    325809594184
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass69,792 miles (+2,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,792 miles
    Test number
    575819494147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass66,948 miles (+2,698)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    66,948 miles
    Test number
    788612613284
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll tyres worn close to the limit.
    • NoteDamage and deterioration tyre sidewalls.
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.

  21. Pass64,250 miles (+3,283)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,250 miles
    Test number
    257659192477
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDeterioration tyre sidewalls.
    • NoteStone cuts tyre treads.

  22. Pass60,967 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    60,967 miles
    Test number
    345061201219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low.
    • NoteTyres wearing low.

  23. Fail60,967 miles (+2,474)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,967 miles
    Test number
    317351701260
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low.
    • NoteTyres wearing low.

  24. Pass58,493 miles (+2,768)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    58,493 miles
    Test number
    944488700260
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteDeterioration sidewalls and cuts tyre treads both front tyres.
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components,but attention not required at present time.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  25. Pass55,725 miles (+2,632)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    55,725 miles
    Test number
    554221119240
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteDeterioration rear number plate.
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.

  26. Pass53,093 miles (+4,749)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    53,093 miles
    Test number
    223099918265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,344 miles (+6,892)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,344 miles
    Test number
    663462717259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass41,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    41,452 miles
    Test number
    581526316285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 UGA

Does J9 UGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 UGA is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 UGA?
The MOT on J9 UGA is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 UGA done?
J9 UGA was recorded at 109,739 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 3,391 miles a year.
Has J9 UGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 UGA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on J9 UGA 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 UGA find?
J9 UGA passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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