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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,494 cc

T27 WGTMOT history

T27 WGT is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 15 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 119,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
119,676 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T27 WGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T27 WGT was last recorded at 119,676 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 5,264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,412 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,264 miles
Average per year
4,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,676 miles
  • 2024 – 114,412 miles
  • 2023 – 108,615 miles
  • 2022 – 100,316 miles
  • 2021 – 93,739 miles
  • 2020 – 88,397 miles
  • 2019 – 84,923 miles
  • 2018 – 81,565 miles
  • 2017 – 79,663 miles
  • 2016 – 74,488 miles
  • 2015 – 68,295 miles
  • 2014 – 64,269 miles
  • 2013 – 59,822 miles
  • 2012 – 55,734 miles
  • 2011 – 51,810 miles
  • 2010 – 48,126 miles
  • 2009 – 44,075 miles
  • 2008 – 38,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,676 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Under trays fitted covering testable items

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,676 miles (+5,264)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    119,676 miles
    Test number
    514771120631
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,412 miles (+4)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    114,412 miles
    Test number
    337502854388
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering testable items

  3. Fail114,408 miles (+5,793)5 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,408 miles
    Test number
    974046674955
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing and tyre not checked (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check brake fluid level
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering testable items

  4. Pass108,615 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    108,615 miles
    Test number
    992880989620
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check brake fluid
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering testable items

  5. Fail108,613 miles (+8,297)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,613 miles
    Test number
    875849304008
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check brake fluid
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering testable items

  6. Pass100,316 miles (+6,577)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,316 miles
    Test number
    587139558333
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check brake fluid
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering testable items

  7. Pass93,739 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,739 miles
    Test number
    165512065874
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check brake fluid level
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Fail93,739 miles (+5,342)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,739 miles
    Test number
    122056725958
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check brake fluid level
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass88,397 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,397 miles
    Test number
    972091214229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Fail88,397 miles (+3,474)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,397 miles
    Test number
    319410389264
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass84,923 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,923 miles
    Test number
    195106487458
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass84,924 miles (+1)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,924 miles
    Test number
    324033479610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Fail84,923 miles (+3,358)1 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,923 miles
    Test number
    962386579427
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass81,565 miles (+1,902)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    81,565 miles
    Test number
    417416137727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,663 miles (+5,175)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    79,663 miles
    Test number
    283034468691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,488 miles (+6,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    74,488 miles
    Test number
    106446735420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass68,295 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    68,295 miles
    Test number
    767451901734
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail68,295 miles (+4,026)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,295 miles
    Test number
    401873411979
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass64,269 miles (+4,447)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,269 miles
    Test number
    898990554380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,822 miles (+4,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,822 miles
    Test number
    757391153393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass55,734 miles (+3,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    55,734 miles
    Test number
    988496252324
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass51,810 miles (+3,684)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    51,810 miles
    Test number
    827530441392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    48,126 miles
    Test number
    300781850307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail48,126 miles (+4,051)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,126 miles
    Test number
    793861550347
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  25. Pass44,075 miles (+5,347)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    44,075 miles
    Test number
    480060159373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,728 miles (+164)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    38,728 miles
    Test number
    943942558346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,564 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,564 miles
    Test number
    730528648384
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T27 WGT

Does T27 WGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T27 WGT is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T27 WGT?
The MOT on T27 WGT is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T27 WGT done?
T27 WGT was recorded at 119,676 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 4,766 miles a year.
Has T27 WGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T27 WGT has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T27 WGT 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 T27 WGT find?
T27 WGT passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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