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BMW 523

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 2,494 cc

P172 PLRMOT history

P172 PLR is a green petrol BMW 523 first used on 2 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 186,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2024
Mileage
186,971 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P172 PLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
2 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P172 PLR was last recorded at 186,971 miles on 25 Mar 2023, 2,896 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,075 miles · 29 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,896 miles
Average per year
5,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 186,971 miles
  • 2022 – 184,075 miles
  • 2021 – 181,047 miles
  • 2020 – 178,785 miles
  • 2018 – 170,966 miles
  • 2017 – 166,360 miles
  • 2016 – 157,995 miles
  • 2015 – 153,534 miles
  • 2014 – 146,745 miles
  • 2013 – 141,631 miles
  • 2012 – 137,378 miles
  • 2011 – 132,351 miles
  • 2010 – 126,634 miles
  • 2009 – 115,237 miles
  • 2008 – 108,850 miles
  • 2007 – 98,794 miles
  • 2006 – 89,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,971 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axel (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,971 miles (+2,896)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    186,971 miles
    Test number
    195803886493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axel (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass184,075 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    184,075 miles
    Test number
    805372048575
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

  3. Fail184,075 miles (+3,028)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,075 miles
    Test number
    266448110738
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

  4. Pass181,047 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    181,047 miles
    Test number
    740790808157
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff has slightly leak

  5. Fail181,047 miles (+2,262)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,047 miles
    Test number
    289146297774
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff has slightly leak

  6. Pass178,785 miles (+7,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    178,785 miles
    Test number
    252624032846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear diff has slight leak

  7. Pass170,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    170,966 miles
    Test number
    732659148599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail170,966 miles (+4,606)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,966 miles
    Test number
    616418367835
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass166,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    166,360 miles
    Test number
    305217669825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail166,360 miles (+2,618)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,360 miles
    Test number
    727753692923
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass163,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    163,742 miles
    Test number
    167000310929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail163,742 miles (+5,747)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,742 miles
    Test number
    128293890633
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose modified and seriously weakened pipe and hose joint insecure (3.6.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass157,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    157,995 miles
    Test number
    628712891600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail157,995 miles (+4,461)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,995 miles
    Test number
    628952191694
    • FailureAnti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened both split (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated both front and o\s\r flex horse split (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass153,534 miles (+6,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    153,534 miles
    Test number
    248266705187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass146,745 miles (+5,114)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    146,745 miles
    Test number
    628077604178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMetal fuel pipes slighty corroded

  17. Pass141,631 miles (+4,253)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    141,631 miles
    Test number
    877717203123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass137,378 miles (+5,027)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    137,378 miles
    Test number
    627376712146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass132,351 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    132,351 miles
    Test number
    375049901196
    • 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)

  20. Fail132,324 miles (+5,690)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,324 miles
    Test number
    545344001152
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  21. Pass126,634 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    126,634 miles
    Test number
    213567510480
    • NoteSlight play in rear suspension joints

  22. Fail126,634 miles (+11,397)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,634 miles
    Test number
    534367410157
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteSlight play in rear suspension joints

  23. Pass115,237 miles (+6,387)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    115,237 miles
    Test number
    453024509194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass108,850 miles (+10,056)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    108,850 miles
    Test number
    602440828169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass98,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    98,794 miles
    Test number
    221569207431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail98,794 miles (+9,275)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,794 miles
    Test number
    981879507129
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  27. Pass89,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    89,519 miles
    Test number
    474363226140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P172 PLR

Does P172 PLR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P172 PLR expired on 7 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P172 PLR?
The MOT on P172 PLR expired on 7 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P172 PLR done?
P172 PLR was recorded at 186,971 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2023, an average of 5,762 miles a year.
Has P172 PLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P172 PLR has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on P172 PLR 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 P172 PLR find?
P172 PLR passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 2 more.

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