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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,494 cc

R175 CGFMOT history

R175 CGF is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 13 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 90,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
90,823 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R175 CGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
13 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R175 CGF was last recorded at 90,823 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 537 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,286 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
537 miles
Average per year
2,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,823 miles
  • 2025 – 90,286 miles
  • 2024 – 89,862 miles
  • 2023 – 89,308 miles
  • 2022 – 88,765 miles
  • 2021 – 88,325 miles
  • 2020 – 87,621 miles
  • 2019 – 86,559 miles
  • 2018 – 85,332 miles
  • 2017 – 83,297 miles
  • 2016 – 81,405 miles
  • 2015 – 78,914 miles
  • 2014 – 75,825 miles
  • 2013 – 73,037 miles
  • 2012 – 69,758 miles
  • 2011 – 65,597 miles
  • 2010 – 60,881 miles
  • 2009 – 56,496 miles
  • 2008 – 52,112 miles
  • 2007 – 48,820 miles
  • 2006 – 47,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,823 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,823 miles (+537)4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    90,823 miles
    Test number
    826945951700
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass90,286 miles (+424)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    90,286 miles
    Test number
    830742937726
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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))

  3. Pass89,862 miles (+554)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    89,862 miles
    Test number
    592673248626
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both upper arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both upper arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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. Pass89,308 miles (+543)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    89,308 miles
    Test number
    663618686057
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass88,765 miles (+440)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    88,765 miles
    Test number
    479337675434
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass88,325 miles (+704)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    88,325 miles
    Test number
    175942954828
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass87,621 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,621 miles
    Test number
    905743245706
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded

  8. Fail87,602 miles (+1,043)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,602 miles
    Test number
    502445703613
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded

  9. Pass86,559 miles (+1,227)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    86,559 miles
    Test number
    328821749028
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass85,332 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    85,332 miles
    Test number
    611088464358
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear flexi brake pipes perishing

  11. Fail85,332 miles (+2,035)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,332 miles
    Test number
    534590987066
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear flexi brake pipes perishing

  12. Pass83,297 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,297 miles
    Test number
    517970386509
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail83,297 miles (+1,892)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,297 miles
    Test number
    923308174502
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass81,405 miles (+2,491)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    81,405 miles
    Test number
    633811880040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,914 miles (+3,089)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,914 miles
    Test number
    538357415276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass75,825 miles (+2,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,825 miles
    Test number
    149526704286
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass73,037 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    73,037 miles
    Test number
    319907503247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail73,037 miles (+3,279)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,037 miles
    Test number
    907157803202
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass69,758 miles (+4,161)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    69,758 miles
    Test number
    517832422215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass65,597 miles (+4,716)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    65,597 miles
    Test number
    926836711203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,881 miles (+4,385)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    60,881 miles
    Test number
    511713820284
    • NotePower steering pipe damp

  22. Pass56,496 miles (+4,384)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    56,496 miles
    Test number
    920209219228
    • NoteNearside rear tyre heavily perished...
    • NoteOil leak from engine..
    • NoteRear tyres worn....
    • NoteSlight weep from power steering reservoir area..

  23. Pass52,112 miles (+3,292)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    52,112 miles
    Test number
    404659918206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,820 miles (+866)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,820 miles
    Test number
    934062227281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    47,954 miles
    Test number
    751214856278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R175 CGF

Does R175 CGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R175 CGF is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R175 CGF?
The MOT on R175 CGF is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R175 CGF done?
R175 CGF was recorded at 90,823 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 2,153 miles a year.
Has R175 CGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R175 CGF has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on R175 CGF 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 R175 CGF find?
R175 CGF passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 4 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged discoloured; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside obligatory mirror slightly loose, and 10 more.

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