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BMW 523

Grey · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S94 GROMOT history

S94 GRO is a grey petrol BMW 523 first used on 30 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 239,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2025
Mileage
239,003 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
8,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S94 GRO
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
30 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S94 GRO was last recorded at 239,003 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 446 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
238,557 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
446 miles
Average per year
8,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 239,003 miles
  • 2024 – 238,557 miles
  • 2023 – 237,030 miles
  • 2022 – 233,899 miles
  • 2021 – 229,385 miles
  • 2020 – 225,516 miles
  • 2019 – 214,277 miles
  • 2018 – 206,678 miles
  • 2017 – 199,366 miles
  • 2016 – 190,814 miles
  • 2015 – 182,101 miles
  • 2014 – 170,051 miles
  • 2013 – 156,218 miles
  • 2012 – 146,499 miles
  • 2011 – 132,189 miles
  • 2009 – 115,047 miles
  • 2008 – 98,712 miles
  • 2007 – 93,650 miles
  • 2006 – 85,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail239,003 miles
  • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail239,003 miles (+446)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,003 miles
    Test number
    296122067399
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass238,557 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    238,557 miles
    Test number
    900532815609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail238,546 miles (+1,516)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,546 miles
    Test number
    305290297436
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass237,030 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    237,030 miles
    Test number
    126974989502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail237,004 miles (+3,105)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,004 miles
    Test number
    569396014133
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass233,899 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    233,899 miles
    Test number
    855583009865
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail233,896 miles (+4,511)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,896 miles
    Test number
    454264295786
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine fire hazard on exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass229,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    229,385 miles
    Test number
    785244059802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail229,384 miles (+3,868)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,384 miles
    Test number
    624461356791
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively BRAKE HOSE JOINT (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass225,516 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    225,516 miles
    Test number
    385527154008
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail225,515 miles (+11,238)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,515 miles
    Test number
    219681395479
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass214,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    214,277 miles
    Test number
    855050026036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail214,265 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,265 miles
    Test number
    925725548896
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Fail214,265 miles (+7,587)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,265 miles
    Test number
    538212803981
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass206,678 miles (+7,312)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    206,678 miles
    Test number
    568518118287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass199,366 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    199,366 miles
    Test number
    417823929843
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail199,365 miles (+8,551)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,365 miles
    Test number
    252620178588
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass190,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    190,814 miles
    Test number
    889085251015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail190,814 miles (+8,713)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,814 miles
    Test number
    338833168621
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass182,101 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    182,101 miles
    Test number
    179137675419
    • 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)

  21. Fail182,101 miles (+12,050)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,101 miles
    Test number
    326166575018
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  22. Pass170,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    170,051 miles
    Test number
    977200184097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail170,051 miles (+13,833)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,051 miles
    Test number
    658400884052
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass156,218 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    156,218 miles
    Test number
    218008973000
    • 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)

  25. Fail156,218 miles (+9,719)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,218 miles
    Test number
    185107473442
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

  26. Pass146,499 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    146,499 miles
    Test number
    627686082016
    • 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. Fail146,498 miles (+14,309)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,498 miles
    Test number
    865373282046
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • 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. Pass132,189 miles (+17,142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    132,189 miles
    Test number
    369480191005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass115,047 miles (+16,335)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    115,047 miles
    Test number
    593035749339
    • NoteNearside handbrake effort a lot lower than offside

  30. Pass98,712 miles (+5,062)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    98,712 miles
    Test number
    520873678248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass93,650 miles (+7,690)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    93,650 miles
    Test number
    424013687214
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  32. Pass85,960 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    85,960 miles
    Test number
    552759396258
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has had puncture repaired

Questions about S94 GRO

Does S94 GRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S94 GRO expired on 11 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S94 GRO?
The MOT on S94 GRO expired on 11 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S94 GRO done?
S94 GRO was recorded at 239,003 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 8,028 miles a year.
Has S94 GRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S94 GRO has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S94 GRO 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 S94 GRO find?
S94 GRO failed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 2 more.

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