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BMW 523

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T214 BBKMOT history

T214 BBK is a black petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 133,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2023
Mileage
133,258 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T214 BBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T214 BBK was last recorded at 133,258 miles on 16 Mar 2022, 1,215 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
132,043 miles · 16 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,215 miles
Average per year
4,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 133,258 miles
  • 2021 – 132,043 miles
  • 2019 – 125,402 miles
  • 2018 – 117,133 miles
  • 2017 – 110,993 miles
  • 2016 – 107,132 miles
  • 2015 – 102,646 miles
  • 2014 – 52,423 miles
  • 2013 – 95,547 miles
  • 2012 – 91,081 miles
  • 2011 – 89,780 miles
  • 2010 – 86,488 miles
  • 2009 – 78,471 miles
  • 2008 – 76,463 miles
  • 2007 – 73,502 miles
  • 2006 – 66,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,258 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicle 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,258 miles (+1,215)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    133,258 miles
    Test number
    663212005085
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass132,043 miles (+6,641)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    132,043 miles
    Test number
    533095182556
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass125,402 miles (+8,269)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,402 miles
    Test number
    863641576888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass117,133 miles (+6,140)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    117,133 miles
    Test number
    290060685648
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass110,993 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    110,993 miles
    Test number
    378624808796
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake 16%

  6. Fail110,979 miles (+3,847)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,979 miles
    Test number
    163902673236
    • FailureFront Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass107,132 miles (+4,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    107,132 miles
    Test number
    703254095988
    • Advisory3rd stop lamp inop

  8. Pass102,646 miles (+50,223)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    102,646 miles
    Test number
    903731779338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front condensation in headlight
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail52,423 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,423 miles
    Test number
    265724974240
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass98,904 miles (+3,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    98,904 miles
    Test number
    888914874229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass95,547 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    95,547 miles
    Test number
    987003963276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAircon belt perishing
    • NoteAlternator belt perishing

  12. Fail95,547 miles (+4,466)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,547 miles
    Test number
    606511563294
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAircon belt perishing
    • NoteAlternator belt perishing
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on edge and sidewall perishing

  13. Pass91,081 miles (+1,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    91,081 miles
    Test number
    306616572446
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass89,780 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    89,780 miles
    Test number
    936684061269
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail89,779 miles (+3,291)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,779 miles
    Test number
    185339451245
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass86,488 miles (+8,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    86,488 miles
    Test number
    671614270299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass78,471 miles (+2,008)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    78,471 miles
    Test number
    423315569024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc worn
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded
    • NoteOffside front brake disc worn
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc corroded

  18. Pass76,463 miles (+2,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    76,463 miles
    Test number
    403148558077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass73,502 miles (+6,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    73,502 miles
    Test number
    503400667090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass66,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    66,777 miles
    Test number
    530412866052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T214 BBK

Does T214 BBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T214 BBK expired on 15 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T214 BBK?
The MOT on T214 BBK expired on 15 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T214 BBK done?
T214 BBK was recorded at 133,258 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2022, an average of 4,146 miles a year.
Has T214 BBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T214 BBK has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on T214 BBK 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 T214 BBK find?
T214 BBK passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2022 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all, and 1 more.

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