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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T244 KNKMOT history

T244 KNK is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 24 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 181,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
181,458 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T244 KNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T244 KNK was last recorded at 181,458 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 4,722 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,736 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,722 miles
Average per year
4,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 181,458 miles
  • 2024 – 176,736 miles
  • 2023 – 172,844 miles
  • 2022 – 168,917 miles
  • 2021 – 163,948 miles
  • 2020 – 161,014 miles
  • 2019 – 157,139 miles
  • 2018 – 151,921 miles
  • 2017 – 148,088 miles
  • 2016 – 144,386 miles
  • 2015 – 141,386 miles
  • 2014 – 138,443 miles
  • 2013 – 133,710 miles
  • 2012 – 129,671 miles
  • 2011 – 124,698 miles
  • 2010 – 117,654 miles
  • 2009 – 112,034 miles
  • 2008 – 103,176 miles
  • 2007 – 96,209 miles
  • 2006 – 88,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,458 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass181,458 miles (+4,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    181,458 miles
    Test number
    978162720862
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass176,736 miles (+3,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    176,736 miles
    Test number
    255503686820
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE ONLY JUST MET MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS,INDICATING IT REQUIRES ADJUSTMENT OR REPAIR

  3. Pass172,844 miles (+3,927)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    172,844 miles
    Test number
    153677600629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass168,917 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    168,917 miles
    Test number
    700161695184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail168,873 miles (+4,925)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,873 miles
    Test number
    447977142663
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass163,948 miles (+2,934)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    163,948 miles
    Test number
    807926959863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass161,014 miles (+3,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    161,014 miles
    Test number
    944267026075
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass157,139 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    157,139 miles
    Test number
    260691588951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail157,106 miles (+5,185)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,106 miles
    Test number
    320665416553
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass151,921 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    151,921 miles
    Test number
    244097708076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail151,921 miles (+3,833)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,921 miles
    Test number
    184911409414
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass148,088 miles (+3,702)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    148,088 miles
    Test number
    479065710188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing uneven inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass144,386 miles (+3,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    144,386 miles
    Test number
    278035515949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  14. Pass141,386 miles (+2,943)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    141,386 miles
    Test number
    478889615161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass138,443 miles (+4,733)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    138,443 miles
    Test number
    385155814123
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront headlights have condensation
    • NoteRear brake pads starting to get low

  16. Pass133,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    133,710 miles
    Test number
    327806903196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail133,710 miles (+4,039)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,710 miles
    Test number
    745806803162
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass129,671 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    129,671 miles
    Test number
    688724202180
    • AdvisoryOffside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail129,671 miles (+4,973)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,671 miles
    Test number
    535234202154
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass124,698 miles (+7,044)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    124,698 miles
    Test number
    409329801181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass117,654 miles (+5,620)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    117,654 miles
    Test number
    440512200127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCondensation in headlights
    • NoteFront reg plate starting to de-laminate
    • NoteSlight mist of oil on gearbox

  22. Pass112,034 miles (+8,858)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    112,034 miles
    Test number
    691881719183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass103,176 miles (+7)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    103,176 miles
    Test number
    903363818131
    • NoteHeadlamps condensated
    • NotePlay offside tie rod

  24. Fail103,169 miles (+6,960)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,169 miles
    Test number
    191832718112
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteHeadlamps condensated
    • NotePlay offside tie rod

  25. Pass96,209 miles (+7,801)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    96,209 miles
    Test number
    181336617194
    • NoteNo plates delaminating
    • NotePark brake low effort(offside borderline)

  26. Pass88,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    88,408 miles
    Test number
    931677516104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T244 KNK

Does T244 KNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T244 KNK is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T244 KNK?
The MOT on T244 KNK is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T244 KNK done?
T244 KNK was recorded at 181,458 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 4,751 miles a year.
Has T244 KNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T244 KNK has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T244 KNK 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 T244 KNK find?
T244 KNK passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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