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BMW 523

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T257 SPLMOT history

T257 SPL is a blue petrol BMW 523 first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 135,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
135,659 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T257 SPL
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
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T257 SPL was last recorded at 135,659 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 6,407 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Sept 2020: 12,699 miles, lower than 125,988 miles on 7 Sept 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
129,252 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,407 miles
Average per year
4,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,659 miles
  • 2025 – 129,252 miles
  • 2024 – 129,195 miles
  • 2022 – 129,139 miles
  • 2021 – 127,984 miles
  • 2020 – 12,699 miles
  • 2019 – 125,831 miles
  • 2018 – 123,368 miles
  • 2017 – 121,067 miles
  • 2016 – 117,790 miles
  • 2015 – 113,469 miles
  • 2014 – 109,788 miles
  • 2013 – 105,440 miles
  • 2012 – 100,518 miles
  • 2011 – 96,060 miles
  • 2010 – 90,763 miles
  • 2009 – 86,343 miles
  • 2008 – 77,719 miles
  • 2007 – 66,640 miles
  • 2006 – 54,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,659 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,659 miles (+6,407)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    135,659 miles
    Test number
    194424907204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,252 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    129,252 miles
    Test number
    514375998344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass129,195 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    129,195 miles
    Test number
    755435594331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Fail129,184 miles (+45)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,184 miles
    Test number
    359438931667
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Pass129,139 miles (+1,155)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    129,139 miles
    Test number
    822860461106
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass127,984 miles (+115,285)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    127,984 miles
    Test number
    116439812395
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass12,699 miles (-113,289)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    12,699 miles
    Test number
    995189868140
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Fail125,988 miles (+157)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,988 miles
    Test number
    363271767255
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass125,831 miles (+2,463)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    125,831 miles
    Test number
    147194885760
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass123,368 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    123,368 miles
    Test number
    808986854530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail123,354 miles (+2,287)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,354 miles
    Test number
    588475209697
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass121,067 miles (+3,277)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    121,067 miles
    Test number
    724930598597
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake has a much lower % efficiency reading than offside.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear sidelight only 50% of light source illuminating

  13. Pass117,790 miles (+4,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    117,790 miles
    Test number
    739626197912
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn down to 2mm
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pies corroded,alongside fuel tank,unable to fully assess condition

  14. Pass113,469 miles (+3,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,469 miles
    Test number
    739664442638
    • AdvisorySignificant wear to offside front tyre on the inside edge

  15. Pass109,788 miles (+4,348)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    109,788 miles
    Test number
    395098244451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,440 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    105,440 miles
    Test number
    919104453293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,422 miles (+4,904)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,422 miles
    Test number
    715182653220
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • 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)

  18. Pass100,518 miles (+4,458)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    100,518 miles
    Test number
    278201352271
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn down legal minimum of 1.6mm,offside rear tyre worn down to 2mm
    • NoteOffside front antiroll bar link,upper ball joint dust cover split

  19. Fail96,060 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,060 miles
    Test number
    227202251207
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvise front brake check,pads may need replacing
    • NoteCovers on outer sills
    • NoteOffside rear metal brake pipe corroded

  20. Pass96,060 miles (+5,297)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    96,060 miles
    Test number
    368022051250
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvise front brake check,pads may need replacing
    • NoteCovers on outer sills
    • NoteOffside rear metal brake pipe corroded

  21. Pass90,763 miles (+4,420)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    90,763 miles
    Test number
    114308430275
    • NoteNearside dip beam,light output reduced

  22. Pass86,343 miles (+8,624)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    86,343 miles
    Test number
    931486039274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass77,719 miles (+11,079)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    77,719 miles
    Test number
    640883958281
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on the inside
    • NoteSlight play nearside front anti-roll bar drop link

  24. Pass66,640 miles (+11,825)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    66,640 miles
    Test number
    151904857273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass54,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    54,815 miles
    Test number
    140965556218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T257 SPL

Does T257 SPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T257 SPL is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T257 SPL?
The MOT on T257 SPL is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T257 SPL done?
T257 SPL was recorded at 135,659 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 4,072 miles a year.
Has T257 SPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T257 SPL has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T257 SPL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T257 SPL find?
T257 SPL passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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