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BMW 523

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T109 DETMOT history

T109 DET is a blue petrol BMW 523 first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 139,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
139,961 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T109 DET
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
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T109 DET was last recorded at 139,961 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 2,102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,859 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,102 miles
Average per year
2,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,961 miles
  • 2025 – 137,859 miles
  • 2024 – 135,685 miles
  • 2023 – 133,436 miles
  • 2022 – 130,988 miles
  • 2021 – 127,603 miles
  • 2020 – 125,249 miles
  • 2019 – 123,143 miles
  • 2018 – 119,619 miles
  • 2017 – 118,510 miles
  • 2016 – 117,489 miles
  • 2015 – 116,314 miles
  • 2014 – 115,072 miles
  • 2013 – 113,769 miles
  • 2012 – 112,359 miles
  • 2011 – 110,508 miles
  • 2010 – 108,380 miles
  • 2009 – 105,924 miles
  • 2008 – 103,114 miles
  • 2007 – 99,573 miles
  • 2006 – 95,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,961 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward facing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Advise offsidr rear hand brake low effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Brake warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Near side rear door dented

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,961 miles (+2,102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    139,961 miles
    Test number
    761752133984
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward facing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass137,859 miles (+2,174)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    137,859 miles
    Test number
    817620227225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass135,685 miles (+2,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    135,685 miles
    Test number
    191146680929
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass133,436 miles (+2,448)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    133,436 miles
    Test number
    659246751447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack gaitor insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass130,988 miles (+3,385)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    130,988 miles
    Test number
    934120099258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass127,603 miles (+2,354)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    127,603 miles
    Test number
    457319430936
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass125,249 miles (+2,106)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    125,249 miles
    Test number
    896789477205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass123,143 miles (+3,524)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    123,143 miles
    Test number
    424920896330
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass119,619 miles (+1,109)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    119,619 miles
    Test number
    412154313589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass118,510 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,510 miles
    Test number
    728571760865
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise offsidr rear hand brake low effort
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryNear side rear door dented

  11. Fail118,504 miles (+1,015)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,504 miles
    Test number
    338261425622
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise offsidr rear hand brake low effort
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryNear side rear door dented

  12. Pass117,489 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    117,489 miles
    Test number
    592588344028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded main feed (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays blocking view

  13. Fail117,489 miles (+1,175)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,489 miles
    Test number
    832964089889
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded main feed (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays blocking view

  14. Pass116,314 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    116,314 miles
    Test number
    346158195163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail116,314 miles (+1,242)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,314 miles
    Test number
    456804295115
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass115,072 miles (+1,303)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    115,072 miles
    Test number
    905801294110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass113,769 miles (+4)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    113,769 miles
    Test number
    419503393135
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pad wear warning light on

  18. Fail113,765 miles (+1,406)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,765 miles
    Test number
    478322293165
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pad wear warning light on

  19. Pass112,359 miles (+1,851)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    112,359 miles
    Test number
    127572292153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail110,508 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,508 miles
    Test number
    226195681167
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass110,508 miles (+2,128)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    110,508 miles
    Test number
    246475781411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass108,380 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    108,380 miles
    Test number
    293023200285
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail108,380 miles (+2,456)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,380 miles
    Test number
    703494590197
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass105,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    105,924 miles
    Test number
    540234799151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail105,924 miles (+2,810)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,924 miles
    Test number
    852201899110
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake wear light illuminated

  26. Pass103,114 miles (+3,541)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    103,114 miles
    Test number
    523561298120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass99,573 miles (+3,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    99,573 miles
    Test number
    201423997423
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass95,609 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    95,609 miles
    Test number
    283201686493
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T109 DET

Does T109 DET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T109 DET is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T109 DET?
The MOT on T109 DET is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T109 DET done?
T109 DET was recorded at 139,961 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 2,217 miles a year.
Has T109 DET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T109 DET has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on T109 DET 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 T109 DET find?
T109 DET passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward facing arm.

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