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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

RWP 523MOT history

RWP 523 is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 77,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

RWP 523 silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Aug 2027
Mileage
77,921 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RWP 523
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RWP 523 was last recorded at 77,921 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,907 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
2,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,921 miles
  • 2025 – 77,907 miles
  • 2024 – 77,651 miles
  • 2023 – 77,136 miles
  • 2022 – 75,716 miles
  • 2021 – 74,112 miles
  • 2020 – 72,946 miles
  • 2019 – 71,607 miles
  • 2018 – 68,855 miles
  • 2017 – 67,559 miles
  • 2016 – 65,608 miles
  • 2015 – 64,715 miles
  • 2014 – 59,801 miles
  • 2013 – 59,697 miles
  • 2012 – 59,301 miles
  • 2011 – 58,494 miles
  • 2010 – 57,950 miles
  • 2009 – 57,228 miles
  • 2008 – 56,715 miles
  • 2007 – 47,858 miles
  • 2006 – 36,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,921 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round as been parked up (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,921 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    77,921 miles
    Test number
    727557074833
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round as been parked up (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass77,907 miles (+256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    77,907 miles
    Test number
    150013660688
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,651 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    77,651 miles
    Test number
    526935004361
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material becoming corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail77,651 miles (+515)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,651 miles
    Test number
    543623941933
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material becoming corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass77,136 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    77,136 miles
    Test number
    510379738533
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail77,132 miles (+1,416)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,132 miles
    Test number
    675553210879
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated

  7. Pass75,716 miles (+1,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,716 miles
    Test number
    894288349423
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arms rear mounts both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass74,112 miles (+1,166)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,112 miles
    Test number
    241096099851
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass72,946 miles (+1,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,946 miles
    Test number
    157477374157
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass71,607 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,607 miles
    Test number
    968999053741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,603 miles (+2,748)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,603 miles
    Test number
    249074590048
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass68,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,855 miles
    Test number
    839705227313
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail68,851 miles (+1,292)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,851 miles
    Test number
    272006596610
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass67,559 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    67,559 miles
    Test number
    695698333736
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint very slight (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount corroded away [by gear box]
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to deteriorate

  15. Fail67,555 miles (+1,947)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,555 miles
    Test number
    577359364445
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint very slight (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount corroded away [by gear box]
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryOil level close to minimum

  16. Pass65,608 miles (+893)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,608 miles
    Test number
    926371160706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,715 miles (+4,914)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,715 miles
    Test number
    672543141096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    59,801 miles
    Test number
    379908534437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,801 miles (+104)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,801 miles
    Test number
    907078334223
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass59,697 miles (+396)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,697 miles
    Test number
    939384733247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,301 miles
    Test number
    847825232214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,301 miles (+807)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,301 miles
    Test number
    578975532229
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass58,494 miles (+544)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,494 miles
    Test number
    285492841274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteAdvise front discs corroaded

  24. Pass57,950 miles (+722)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,950 miles
    Test number
    710040830287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass57,228 miles (+513)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    57,228 miles
    Test number
    544468439250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass56,715 miles (+69)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    56,715 miles
    Test number
    373051048412
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.

  27. Fail56,646 miles (+8,788)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,646 miles
    Test number
    124805938299
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.

  28. Pass47,858 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    47,858 miles
    Test number
    243464937202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low both edges.

  29. Fail47,858 miles (+11,368)2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,858 miles
    Test number
    334494437476
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low both edges.

  30. Pass36,490 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,490 miles
    Test number
    551263336219
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about RWP 523

What vehicle is registration RWP 523 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RWP 523 on a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Sept 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RWP 523 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RWP 523 is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on RWP 523?
The MOT on RWP 523 is valid until 29 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RWP 523 done?
RWP 523 was recorded at 77,921 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 2,076 miles a year.
Has RWP 523 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RWP 523 has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on RWP 523 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 RWP 523 find?
RWP 523 passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round as been parked up; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres.

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