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BMW 523

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

S23 PVCMOT history

S23 PVC is a blue petrol BMW 523 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 171,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2025
Mileage
171,729 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 PVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 PVC was last recorded at 171,729 miles on 10 Dec 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jun 2008: 88,047 miles, lower than 88,080 miles on 1 Jun 2007.
  • 6 Dec 2010: 88,322 miles, lower than 88,328 miles on 3 Dec 2009.
  • 16 Dec 2014: 88,038 miles, lower than 88,382 miles on 10 Jun 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
171,729 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 171,729 miles
  • 2023 – 150,526 miles
  • 2022 – 130,807 miles
  • 2021 – 125,052 miles
  • 2020 – 118,459 miles
  • 2019 – 113,921 miles
  • 2018 – 107,041 miles
  • 2017 – 100,875 miles
  • 2016 – 94,857 miles
  • 2015 – 89,032 miles
  • 2014 – 88,038 miles
  • 2013 – 88,382 miles
  • 2012 – 88,382 miles
  • 2010 – 88,322 miles
  • 2009 – 88,328 miles
  • 2008 – 88,047 miles
  • 2007 – 88,080 miles
  • 2006 – 84,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,729 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front & both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both side front & both side rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side front (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both side front & both side rear (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear upper & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension rod ball joint has slight play both side front & both side rear upper & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front & both rear (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth side inner sills, both side brake pipe, subframe, suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass171,729 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    171,729 miles
    Test number
    507774997670
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front & both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both side front & both side rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both side front & both side rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear upper & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod ball joint has slight play both side front & both side rear upper & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front & both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth side inner sills, both side brake pipe, subframe, suspension components corroded
  2. Fail171,729 miles (+2)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,729 miles
    Test number
    919822815832
    • MajorPosition lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front & both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both side front & both side rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both side front & both side rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear upper & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod ball joint has slight play both side front & both side rear upper & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front & both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth side inner sills, both side brake pipe, subframe, suspension components corroded
  3. Fail171,727 miles (+21,201)2 dangerous6 major6 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,727 miles
    Test number
    997078255091
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn foremost arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass150,526 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    150,526 miles
    Test number
    265982402055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail150,517 miles (+19,710)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,517 miles
    Test number
    910451820462
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear of pair (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass130,807 miles (+5,755)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    130,807 miles
    Test number
    958790128612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass125,052 miles (+6,593)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    125,052 miles
    Test number
    812450824907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass118,459 miles (+4,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,459 miles
    Test number
    333916016079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass113,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,921 miles
    Test number
    320509593259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,921 miles (+6,880)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,921 miles
    Test number
    152428768393
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  11. Pass107,041 miles (+6,166)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    107,041 miles
    Test number
    454973249906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,875 miles (+6,018)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    100,875 miles
    Test number
    337444975499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,857 miles (+5,825)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    94,857 miles
    Test number
    514351318762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,032 miles (+994)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    89,032 miles
    Test number
    993347875504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,038 miles (-344)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    88,038 miles
    Test number
    405490554426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    88,382 miles
    Test number
    586631963124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,382 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,382 miles
    Test number
    456486442177
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  18. Pass88,382 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,382 miles
    Test number
    457416442122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,322 miles (-6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    88,322 miles
    Test number
    590880740317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass88,328 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    88,328 miles
    Test number
    813697839390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass88,047 miles (-33)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    88,047 miles
    Test number
    321305858126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s parking brake on minimum reading. we advise attention to parking brake a.s.a.p, certainly before next years M.O.T
  22. Pass88,080 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    88,080 miles
    Test number
    651372357173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass84,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    84,486 miles
    Test number
    650935046183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 PVC

Does S23 PVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S23 PVC expired on 19 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S23 PVC?
The MOT on S23 PVC expired on 19 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S23 PVC done?
S23 PVC was recorded at 171,729 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2024, an average of 4,704 miles a year.
Has S23 PVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 PVC has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on S23 PVC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 3 Jun 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S23 PVC find?
S23 PVC passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2024 with 10 advisories: anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front & both rear; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear; brake pad(s) wearing thin both side front & both side rear, and 7 more.

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