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BMW 523

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 2,494 cc

P173 PBFMOT history

P173 PBF is a blue petrol BMW 523 first used on 24 Jan 1997. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 55,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2023
Mileage
55,673 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P173 PBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
24 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P173 PBF was last recorded at 55,673 miles on 11 Feb 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,673 miles · 8 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 55,673 miles
  • 2021 – 51,965 miles
  • 2020 – 51,944 miles
  • 2019 – 51,055 miles
  • 2018 – 50,660 miles
  • 2017 – 49,834 miles
  • 2016 – 49,580 miles
  • 2015 – 49,186 miles
  • 2014 – 48,626 miles
  • 2012 – 47,994 miles
  • 2011 – 47,740 miles
  • 2010 – 46,900 miles
  • 2009 – 45,536 miles
  • 2008 – 43,921 miles
  • 2007 – 41,335 miles
  • 2006 – 38,638 miles
  • 2005 – 34,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,673 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake and fuel pipes greasedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,673 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    55,673 miles
    Test number
    821892176064
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake and fuel pipes greased

  2. Fail55,673 miles (+3,708)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,673 miles
    Test number
    764926517458
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake and fuel pipes greased

  3. Pass51,965 miles (+21)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    51,965 miles
    Test number
    754749976691
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass51,944 miles (+889)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    51,944 miles
    Test number
    378239178662
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass51,055 miles (+395)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    51,055 miles
    Test number
    561326365199
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass50,660 miles (+826)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    50,660 miles
    Test number
    282395202391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,834 miles (+254)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    49,834 miles
    Test number
    650432929859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    49,580 miles
    Test number
    321757034637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail49,580 miles (+394)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,580 miles
    Test number
    540181255308
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass49,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,186 miles
    Test number
    385417655039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail49,186 miles (+560)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,186 miles
    Test number
    258517555065
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass48,626 miles (+632)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    48,626 miles
    Test number
    645078544041
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOffside front outer edge of tyre slightly worn

  13. Pass47,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,994 miles
    Test number
    179265122371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,994 miles (+254)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,994 miles
    Test number
    326435522383
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass47,740 miles (+840)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,740 miles
    Test number
    378492131318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,900 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,900 miles
    Test number
    560604110313
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteO/s/r bottom ball joint gaiter split and leaking grease

  17. Fail46,900 miles (+1,364)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,900 miles
    Test number
    370403010378
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteO/s/r bottom ball joint gaiter split and leaking grease

  18. Pass45,536 miles (+1,615)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    45,536 miles
    Test number
    861931429315
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • Note1.front and rear no plates getting tatty.

  19. Pass43,921 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    43,921 miles
    Test number
    410860148329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    41,335 miles
    Test number
    960520647375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,335 miles (+2,697)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,335 miles
    Test number
    680779237351
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass38,638 miles (+4,056)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,638 miles
    Test number
    353742246305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    34,582 miles
    Test number
    422268845423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P173 PBF

Does P173 PBF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P173 PBF expired on 25 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P173 PBF?
The MOT on P173 PBF expired on 25 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P173 PBF done?
P173 PBF was recorded at 55,673 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2022, an average of 1,305 miles a year.
Has P173 PBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P173 PBF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on P173 PBF 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 P173 PBF find?
P173 PBF passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill; brake and fuel pipes greased.

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