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BMW 523

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T233 FUMMOT history

T233 FUM is a blue petrol BMW 523 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2023 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 93,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2023
Mileage
93,166 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T233 FUM
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T233 FUM was last recorded at 93,166 miles on 17 Jan 2022, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,157 miles · 13 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,166 miles
  • 2021 – 93,157 miles
  • 2020 – 84,455 miles
  • 2016 – 83,482 miles
  • 2014 – 80,758 miles
  • 2013 – 75,833 miles
  • 2012 – 70,751 miles
  • 2011 – 66,300 miles
  • 2010 – 61,517 miles
  • 2009 – 56,318 miles
  • 2008 – 52,476 miles
  • 2007 – 48,051 miles
  • 2006 – 43,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,166 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCovers underside

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front tyres perishing but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,166 miles (+9)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    93,166 miles
    Test number
    879485147553
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers underside

  2. Fail93,157 miles (+8,702)2 dangerous5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,157 miles
    Test number
    629305321076
    • DangerousBrake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear marked (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both shocks (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers all underside obscuring view

  3. Pass84,455 miles (+973)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,455 miles
    Test number
    538926949526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass83,482 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    83,482 miles
    Test number
    127847006911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perishing but not excessive

  5. Fail83,442 miles (+24)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,442 miles
    Test number
    536280531793
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perishing but not excessive

  6. Fail83,418 miles (+2,660)2 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,418 miles
    Test number
    570145749554
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/45/17 (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  7. Pass80,758 miles (+7)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,758 miles
    Test number
    129614784147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking between tread
    • NoteWindscreen has light scratches

  8. Fail80,751 miles (+4,918)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,751 miles
    Test number
    265602084494
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking between tread
    • NoteWindscreen has light scratches

  9. Pass75,833 miles (+5,082)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,833 miles
    Test number
    495688473158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,751 miles
    Test number
    638571672111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail70,750 miles (+4,450)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,750 miles
    Test number
    976961772114
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass66,300 miles (+4,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,300 miles
    Test number
    476655661105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass61,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,517 miles
    Test number
    944726060189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,516 miles (+5,198)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,516 miles
    Test number
    821886060117
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass56,318 miles (+3,842)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,318 miles
    Test number
    464896249143
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass52,476 miles (+4,425)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,476 miles
    Test number
    214559948401
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn to 2mm on outer edge 235/45/17y
    • NoteUnable to check underside properly due to covers

  17. Pass48,051 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    48,051 miles
    Test number
    332425547173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,039 miles (+4,135)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,039 miles
    Test number
    974584247143
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r anti-roll bar link rod

  19. Pass43,904 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,904 miles
    Test number
    350350856177
    • NoteO/s/f tyre close to limit+slight damage on sidewall 235/45/17y

Questions about T233 FUM

Does T233 FUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T233 FUM expired on 16 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T233 FUM?
The MOT on T233 FUM expired on 16 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T233 FUM done?
T233 FUM was recorded at 93,166 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2022, an average of 3,151 miles a year.
Has T233 FUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T233 FUM has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T233 FUM 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 T233 FUM find?
T233 FUM passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2022 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 5 more.

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