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BMW 523

Grey · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S93 JRKMOT history

S93 JRK is a grey petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2024
Mileage
99,980 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S93 JRK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
11 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S93 JRK was last recorded at 99,980 miles on 11 May 2023, 2,952 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,028 miles · 31 May 2022
Between the last two tests
2,952 miles
Average per year
3,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 99,980 miles
  • 2022 – 97,028 miles
  • 2021 – 92,641 miles
  • 2020 – 89,508 miles
  • 2019 – 86,035 miles
  • 2018 – 81,920 miles
  • 2017 – 77,832 miles
  • 2016 – 72,763 miles
  • 2015 – 68,080 miles
  • 2014 – 62,248 miles
  • 2013 – 59,157 miles
  • 2012 – 56,573 miles
  • 2011 – 53,675 miles
  • 2010 – 49,501 miles
  • 2009 – 45,819 miles
  • 2008 – 42,127 miles
  • 2007 – 39,354 miles
  • 2006 – 36,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,980 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,980 miles (+2,952)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    99,980 miles
    Test number
    815730183628
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass97,028 miles (+4,387)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    97,028 miles
    Test number
    665206062355
    • 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 Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  3. Pass92,641 miles (+3,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    92,641 miles
    Test number
    651678951701
    • 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))

  4. Pass89,508 miles (+3,473)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,508 miles
    Test number
    114461959390
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass86,035 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    86,035 miles
    Test number
    856044702833
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail86,033 miles (+4,113)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,033 miles
    Test number
    633374244282
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass81,920 miles (+4,088)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,920 miles
    Test number
    718978218357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,832 miles (+5,069)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,832 miles
    Test number
    986398266603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,763 miles
    Test number
    618374274060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,763 miles (+4,683)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,763 miles
    Test number
    527127472281
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass68,080 miles (+5,832)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    68,080 miles
    Test number
    449024495122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,248 miles (+3,091)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,248 miles
    Test number
    615309284109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,157 miles (+2,584)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,157 miles
    Test number
    858489893145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,573 miles (+2,898)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,573 miles
    Test number
    307218702486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    53,675 miles
    Test number
    467197301255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,675 miles (+4,174)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,675 miles
    Test number
    208576301268
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass49,501 miles (+3,682)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    49,501 miles
    Test number
    922188700203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,819 miles (+3,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,819 miles
    Test number
    320386599135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass42,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,127 miles
    Test number
    163938298175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,127 miles (+2,773)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,127 miles
    Test number
    594387998129
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass39,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    39,354 miles
    Test number
    503503797122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail39,354 miles (+2,639)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,354 miles
    Test number
    224702697137
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass36,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,715 miles
    Test number
    820243196140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S93 JRK

Does S93 JRK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S93 JRK expired on 2 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S93 JRK?
The MOT on S93 JRK expired on 2 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S93 JRK done?
S93 JRK was recorded at 99,980 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2023, an average of 3,759 miles a year.
Has S93 JRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S93 JRK has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on S93 JRK 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 S93 JRK find?
S93 JRK passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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