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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

S115 LGOMOT history

S115 LGO is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 191,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
191,255 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S115 LGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S115 LGO was last recorded at 191,255 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,250 miles · 23 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,255 miles
  • 2025 – 186,048 miles
  • 2024 – 181,720 miles
  • 2023 – 178,957 miles
  • 2021 – 174,613 miles
  • 2020 – 172,307 miles
  • 2018 – 167,858 miles
  • 2017 – 164,540 miles
  • 2016 – 159,693 miles
  • 2015 – 152,098 miles
  • 2014 – 143,688 miles
  • 2013 – 139,244 miles
  • 2012 – 137,165 miles
  • 2011 – 124,827 miles
  • 2010 – 121,806 miles
  • 2009 – 113,428 miles
  • 2008 – 99,495 miles
  • 2007 – 95,503 miles
  • 2005 – 74,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,255 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Both front to rear pipes at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 1 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,255 miles (+5)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    191,255 miles
    Test number
    227608377026
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail191,250 miles (+5,202)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,250 miles
    Test number
    762936937822
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass186,048 miles (+10)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    186,048 miles
    Test number
    775933827870
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail186,038 miles (+4,318)9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,038 miles
    Test number
    852504676937
    • MajorHeadlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Outer pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rearward arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both arms (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Outer pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass181,720 miles (+9)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    181,720 miles
    Test number
    374486195706
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail181,711 miles (+2,754)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,711 miles
    Test number
    512981171124
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass178,957 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    178,957 miles
    Test number
    136386402450
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail178,955 miles (+4,342)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,955 miles
    Test number
    992279485638
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass174,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    174,613 miles
    Test number
    513835803541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail174,611 miles (+2,304)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,611 miles
    Test number
    502475902754
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass172,307 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    172,307 miles
    Test number
    889698771030
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion taking hold at rear of offside outer sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + cuts to tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail172,307 miles (+4,449)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,307 miles
    Test number
    325827209354
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion taking hold at rear of offside outer sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + cuts to tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass167,858 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    167,858 miles
    Test number
    168159802006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail167,857 miles (+3,317)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,857 miles
    Test number
    919156233579
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass164,540 miles (+22)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    164,540 miles
    Test number
    223902928203
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres worn very low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail164,518 miles (+4,825)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,518 miles
    Test number
    304534558005
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres worn very low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass159,693 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    159,693 miles
    Test number
    944317770444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail159,692 miles (+7,594)7 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,692 miles
    Test number
    439479383077
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt And play (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass152,098 miles (+8,410)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    152,098 miles
    Test number
    661334742099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail143,688 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,688 miles
    Test number
    146592534230
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNear side rear hand brake cable outer poor condition

  21. Pass143,688 miles (+4,444)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    143,688 miles
    Test number
    867582934231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNear side rear hand brake cable outer poor condition

  22. Pass139,244 miles (+2,079)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    139,244 miles
    Test number
    117060243240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass137,165 miles (+5,608)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    137,165 miles
    Test number
    518228172240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass131,557 miles (+110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    131,557 miles
    Test number
    127984222090
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  25. Fail131,447 miles (+6,620)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,447 miles
    Test number
    139148812498
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Pass124,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    124,827 miles
    Test number
    657696921012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail124,827 miles (+3,021)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,827 miles
    Test number
    866716021050
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  28. Pass121,806 miles (+8,378)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    121,806 miles
    Test number
    192308070093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass113,428 miles (+13,933)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    113,428 miles
    Test number
    910155379091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass99,495 miles (+3,992)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    99,495 miles
    Test number
    914735528015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass95,503 miles (+20,747)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    95,503 miles
    Test number
    690303527205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass74,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    74,756 miles
    Test number
    521045305364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S115 LGO

Does S115 LGO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S115 LGO is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S115 LGO?
The MOT on S115 LGO is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S115 LGO done?
S115 LGO was recorded at 191,255 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 5,735 miles a year.
Has S115 LGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S115 LGO has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S115 LGO 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 S115 LGO find?
S115 LGO passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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