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BMW 520

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T233 SPLMOT history

T233 SPL is a red petrol BMW 520 first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 145,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
145,394 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,282 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T233 SPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T233 SPL was last recorded at 145,394 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 5,218 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,176 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,218 miles
Average per year
4,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,394 miles
  • 2025 – 140,176 miles
  • 2024 – 137,240 miles
  • 2023 – 130,871 miles
  • 2022 – 129,222 miles
  • 2021 – 128,692 miles
  • 2020 – 128,444 miles
  • 2019 – 124,831 miles
  • 2018 – 121,719 miles
  • 2017 – 119,876 miles
  • 2016 – 116,236 miles
  • 2015 – 112,238 miles
  • 2014 – 107,502 miles
  • 2013 – 103,245 miles
  • 2012 – 98,741 miles
  • 2011 – 93,039 miles
  • 2010 – 87,106 miles
  • 2009 – 81,290 miles
  • 2008 – 74,781 miles
  • 2007 – 67,987 miles
  • 2006 – 60,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,394 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output steamed up (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted blocking view of some components

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside condensation to headlight

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass145,394 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    145,394 miles
    Test number
    682479839318
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output steamed up (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted blocking view of some components

  2. Fail145,394 miles (+5,218)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,394 miles
    Test number
    647755198323
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output steamed up (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted blocking view of some components

  3. Pass140,176 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    140,176 miles
    Test number
    655017011055
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside condensation to headlight
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer door handle has poor operation
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail140,165 miles (+2,925)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,165 miles
    Test number
    343800965390
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside condensation to headlight
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass137,240 miles (+6,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    137,240 miles
    Test number
    431038586965
    • AdvisoryParking brake only 17%

  6. Pass130,871 miles (+73)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,871 miles
    Test number
    874570285897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail130,798 miles (+1,576)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,798 miles
    Test number
    565756832863
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass129,222 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,222 miles
    Test number
    250287098171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail129,195 miles (+503)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,195 miles
    Test number
    929770697516
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass128,692 miles (+248)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    128,692 miles
    Test number
    640791064010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass128,444 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    128,444 miles
    Test number
    609754984994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass124,831 miles (+3,112)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    124,831 miles
    Test number
    576737639894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass121,719 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    121,719 miles
    Test number
    994185671736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass119,876 miles (+3,640)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    119,876 miles
    Test number
    954797323957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass116,236 miles (+3,998)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    116,236 miles
    Test number
    830733476047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass112,238 miles (+4,736)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    112,238 miles
    Test number
    479318165084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass107,502 miles (+4,257)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,502 miles
    Test number
    865217164031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,245 miles (+4,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    103,245 miles
    Test number
    126140473482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.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)

  19. Pass98,741 miles (+5,702)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    98,741 miles
    Test number
    207338162006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass93,039 miles (+5,933)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    93,039 miles
    Test number
    107377661486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass87,106 miles (+5,816)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    87,106 miles
    Test number
    662287660065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,290 miles (+6,509)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    81,290 miles
    Test number
    582229189042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass74,781 miles (+6,794)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    74,781 miles
    Test number
    584228488072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,987 miles (+7,954)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    67,987 miles
    Test number
    514459087021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    60,033 miles
    Test number
    180526486077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T233 SPL

Does T233 SPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T233 SPL is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T233 SPL?
The MOT on T233 SPL is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T233 SPL done?
T233 SPL was recorded at 145,394 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 4,282 miles a year.
Has T233 SPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T233 SPL has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T233 SPL 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 SPL find?
T233 SPL passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output steamed up, and 4 more.

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