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BMW 523

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S810 OFVMOT history

S810 OFV is a red petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 163,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2023
Mileage
163,697 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S810 OFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S810 OFV was last recorded at 163,697 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 4,839 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,858 miles · 17 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
4,839 miles
Average per year
5,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 163,697 miles
  • 2022 – 158,858 miles
  • 2021 – 155,354 miles
  • 2020 – 155,167 miles
  • 2019 – 153,796 miles
  • 2018 – 152,009 miles
  • 2017 – 148,912 miles
  • 2016 – 144,783 miles
  • 2015 – 139,395 miles
  • 2014 – 133,719 miles
  • 2013 – 126,095 miles
  • 2012 – 118,893 miles
  • 2011 – 113,318 miles
  • 2010 – 105,451 miles
  • 2009 – 97,858 miles
  • 2008 – 90,055 miles
  • 2007 – 81,978 miles
  • 2006 – 74,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail163,697 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail163,697 miles (+4,839)2 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,697 miles
    Test number
    754542798843
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass158,858 miles (+48)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    158,858 miles
    Test number
    414439650332
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail158,810 miles (+326)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,810 miles
    Test number
    129996495594
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail158,484 miles (+3,130)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,484 miles
    Test number
    388472473686
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass155,354 miles (+30)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    155,354 miles
    Test number
    305230367818
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill/wheelarch have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill/wheelarch have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake limits just met

  6. Fail155,324 miles (+21)2 major2 repaired4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,324 miles
    Test number
    887238236409
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill/wheelarch have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill/wheelarch have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake limits just met

  7. Fail155,303 miles (+136)4 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,303 miles
    Test number
    615673771014
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged all 4 cracked (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are corroded on inner faces

  8. Pass155,167 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    155,167 miles
    Test number
    191002842441
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail155,145 miles (+1,349)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,145 miles
    Test number
    701471299114
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass153,796 miles (+1,787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    153,796 miles
    Test number
    366012075097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass152,009 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    152,009 miles
    Test number
    997590849576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail152,001 miles (+3,089)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,001 miles
    Test number
    882181859529
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass148,912 miles (+4,129)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    148,912 miles
    Test number
    842037558710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass144,783 miles (+5,388)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    144,783 miles
    Test number
    188893385070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  15. Pass139,395 miles (+5,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    139,395 miles
    Test number
    512696161393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  16. Pass133,719 miles (+7,624)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    133,719 miles
    Test number
    886477324210
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass126,095 miles (+7,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    126,095 miles
    Test number
    529453513256
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass118,893 miles (+5,575)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    118,893 miles
    Test number
    355999422268
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass113,318 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    113,318 miles
    Test number
    657914421229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail113,299 miles (+7,848)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,299 miles
    Test number
    117043121255
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureCoil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass105,451 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    105,451 miles
    Test number
    673410910278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail105,382 miles (+7,524)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,382 miles
    Test number
    252587000285
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass97,858 miles (+7,803)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    97,858 miles
    Test number
    414839789137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass90,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    90,055 miles
    Test number
    342901718274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail90,055 miles (+8,077)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,055 miles
    Test number
    702051918234
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass81,978 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    81,978 miles
    Test number
    902731407232
    • 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)

  27. Fail81,977 miles (+7,425)3 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,977 miles
    Test number
    890220107214
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

  28. Pass74,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    74,552 miles
    Test number
    423522116255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S810 OFV

Does S810 OFV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S810 OFV expired on 16 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S810 OFV?
The MOT on S810 OFV expired on 16 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S810 OFV done?
S810 OFV was recorded at 163,697 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 5,167 miles a year.
Has S810 OFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S810 OFV has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S810 OFV 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 S810 OFV find?
S810 OFV failed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers likely to become detached; offside rear shock absorbers likely to become detached; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 10 more.

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