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BMW 523

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

T1 OBBMOT history

T1 OBB is a green petrol BMW 523 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 232,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
232,750 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T1 OBB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T1 OBB was last recorded at 232,750 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 215 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,535 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
215 miles
Average per year
8,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 232,750 miles
  • 2025 – 232,535 miles
  • 2024 – 232,147 miles
  • 2023 – 230,942 miles
  • 2022 – 230,862 miles
  • 2021 – 230,467 miles
  • 2020 – 230,246 miles
  • 2019 – 229,875 miles
  • 2018 – 221,745 miles
  • 2017 – 211,713 miles
  • 2016 – 198,527 miles
  • 2015 – 184,207 miles
  • 2014 – 173,984 miles
  • 2013 – 163,227 miles
  • 2012 – 148,917 miles
  • 2011 – 134,715 miles
  • 2010 – 123,124 miles
  • 2009 – 108,249 miles
  • 2008 – 94,954 miles
  • 2007 – 76,626 miles
  • 2006 – 62,662 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass232,750 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass232,750 miles (+215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    232,750 miles
    Test number
    638836483504
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass232,535 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    232,535 miles
    Test number
    632293917978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail232,533 miles (+386)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,533 miles
    Test number
    349907563730
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exh/blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))

  4. Pass232,147 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    232,147 miles
    Test number
    428971856257
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail232,133 miles (+1,191)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,133 miles
    Test number
    313389757268
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass230,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    230,942 miles
    Test number
    739900219534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail231,942 miles (+1,080)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,942 miles
    Test number
    490390667350
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  8. Pass230,862 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    230,862 miles
    Test number
    389198958750
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail230,860 miles (+393)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,860 miles
    Test number
    827050732781
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced both (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass230,467 miles (+221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    230,467 miles
    Test number
    799559807386
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass230,246 miles (+371)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    230,246 miles
    Test number
    372969403782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass229,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    229,875 miles
    Test number
    757930382499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail229,875 miles (+8,130)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,875 miles
    Test number
    147297288703
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass221,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    221,745 miles
    Test number
    445633983142
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail221,745 miles (+10,032)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,745 miles
    Test number
    573873910229
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass211,713 miles (+13,186)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    211,713 miles
    Test number
    366956189236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass198,527 miles (+14,320)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    198,527 miles
    Test number
    758237261517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass184,207 miles (+10,223)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    184,207 miles
    Test number
    887534815083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass173,984 miles (+10,757)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    173,984 miles
    Test number
    719318004007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass163,227 miles (+14,310)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    163,227 miles
    Test number
    747491533085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass148,917 miles (+14,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    148,917 miles
    Test number
    425198112032
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass134,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    134,715 miles
    Test number
    765726021068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail134,715 miles (+11,591)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,715 miles
    Test number
    535326521075
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass123,124 miles (+14,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    123,124 miles
    Test number
    820924430073
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass108,249 miles (+13,295)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    108,249 miles
    Test number
    380012349060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass94,954 miles (+18,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    94,954 miles
    Test number
    560509638093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass76,626 miles (+13,964)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    76,626 miles
    Test number
    323795247017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass62,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    62,662 miles
    Test number
    104779936066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T1 OBB

Does T1 OBB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T1 OBB is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T1 OBB?
The MOT on T1 OBB is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T1 OBB done?
T1 OBB was recorded at 232,750 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 8,490 miles a year.
Has T1 OBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T1 OBB has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T1 OBB 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 T1 OBB find?
T1 OBB passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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