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BMW 523

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T198 UYAMOT history

T198 UYA is a green petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 180,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
180,170 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T198 UYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T198 UYA was last recorded at 180,170 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jan 2017: 180,170 miles, lower than 180,179 miles on 11 Jan 2017.
  • 28 Feb 2022: 180,170 miles, lower than 180,181 miles on 21 Jan 2021.

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
180,170 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,170 miles
  • 2025 – 180,170 miles
  • 2024 – 180,170 miles
  • 2023 – 180,170 miles
  • 2022 – 180,170 miles
  • 2021 – 180,181 miles
  • 2020 – 180,170 miles
  • 2019 – 180,170 miles
  • 2018 – 180,170 miles
  • 2017 – 180,170 miles
  • 2016 – 180,170 miles
  • 2014 – 179,898 miles
  • 2013 – 179,395 miles
  • 2012 – 178,363 miles
  • 2011 – 174,437 miles
  • 2010 – 167,024 miles
  • 2009 – 164,220 miles
  • 2008 – 161,681 miles
  • 2007 – 156,961 miles
  • 2006 – 145,136 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,170 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,170 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    273479515553
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail180,170 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    268475985055
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass180,170 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    300324971289
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass180,170 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    408937292536
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass180,170 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    690895229505
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass180,170 miles (-11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    541326166365
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass180,181 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    180,181 miles
    Test number
    917946158037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail180,177 miles (+7)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,177 miles
    Test number
    890926005612
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass180,170 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    126721433342
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail180,170 miles1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    669713522221
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail180,170 miles1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    378579844917
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass180,170 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    884512582766
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside Rear And Offside Front (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass180,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    221583636185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail180,170 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    411828874780
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass180,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    123566814808
    • AdvisoryAnti-lock braking system component modified but not inappropriately (3.4.4)

  16. Fail180,170 miles (-9)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    885894912994
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryAnti-lock braking system component modified but not inappropriately (3.4.4)

  17. Fail180,179 miles (+9)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,179 miles
    Test number
    189302033850
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAnti-lock braking system component modified but not inappropriately (3.4.4)

  18. Pass180,170 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    215819161754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass179,898 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    179,898 miles
    Test number
    686790354325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass179,395 miles (+1,032)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    179,395 miles
    Test number
    479890753312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass178,363 miles (+3,926)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    178,363 miles
    Test number
    437863212424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass174,437 miles (+7,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    174,437 miles
    Test number
    508599901260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass167,024 miles (+2,804)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    167,024 miles
    Test number
    783852860074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass164,220 miles (+2,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    164,220 miles
    Test number
    220135769049
    • 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)

  25. Pass161,681 miles (+4,720)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    161,681 miles
    Test number
    221520878007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass156,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    156,961 miles
    Test number
    261440667026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail156,961 miles (+11,825)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,961 miles
    Test number
    103809657009
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass145,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    145,136 miles
    Test number
    741798956097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T198 UYA

Does T198 UYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T198 UYA is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T198 UYA?
The MOT on T198 UYA is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T198 UYA done?
T198 UYA was recorded at 180,170 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 1,724 miles a year.
Has T198 UYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T198 UYA has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T198 UYA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 12 Jan 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T198 UYA find?
T198 UYA passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened both sides; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, and 2 more.

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