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BMW 523

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T296 SPLMOT history

T296 SPL is a blue petrol BMW 523 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 194,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2023
Mileage
194,569 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T296 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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T296 SPL was last recorded at 194,569 miles on 4 Aug 2023, 548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,021 miles · 22 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
548 miles
Average per year
5,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 194,569 miles
  • 2022 – 194,021 miles
  • 2021 – 193,887 miles
  • 2020 – 193,776 miles
  • 2019 – 193,060 miles
  • 2018 – 190,199 miles
  • 2017 – 188,434 miles
  • 2016 – 186,558 miles
  • 2015 – 184,558 miles
  • 2014 – 182,331 miles
  • 2013 – 175,467 miles
  • 2012 – 166,527 miles
  • 2011 – 159,010 miles
  • 2010 – 148,600 miles
  • 2009 – 137,227 miles
  • 2008 – 127,471 miles
  • 2007 – 116,537 miles
  • 2006 – 103,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail194,569 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNo reversing light

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail194,569 miles (+548)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,569 miles
    Test number
    110792411868
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo reversing light

  2. Pass194,021 miles (+134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    194,021 miles
    Test number
    511591535830
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass193,887 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    193,887 miles
    Test number
    714121541141
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Light has condensation (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail193,887 miles (+111)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,887 miles
    Test number
    668322879719
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Light has condensation (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass193,776 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    193,776 miles
    Test number
    648073017275
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail193,776 miles (+716)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,776 miles
    Test number
    580999311094
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Straight arm,no adjustment (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass193,060 miles (+2,861)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    193,060 miles
    Test number
    359895666618
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass190,199 miles (+1,765)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    190,199 miles
    Test number
    118854423761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  9. Pass188,434 miles (+1,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    188,434 miles
    Test number
    959513585653
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass186,558 miles (+2,000)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    186,558 miles
    Test number
    188635589476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass184,558 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    184,558 miles
    Test number
    377934005181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail184,558 miles (+2,227)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,558 miles
    Test number
    529854805158
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass182,331 miles (+6,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    182,331 miles
    Test number
    235471804435
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass175,467 miles (+8,940)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    175,467 miles
    Test number
    499970903172
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass166,527 miles (+7,517)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    166,527 miles
    Test number
    565821102149
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass159,010 miles (+10,410)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    159,010 miles
    Test number
    259646401162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage to n/s doors
    • NoteRear number plate fading

  17. Pass148,600 miles (+11,373)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    148,600 miles
    Test number
    251633000156
    • 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)
    • NoteDamage to n/s doors

  18. Pass137,227 miles (+9,756)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    137,227 miles
    Test number
    600184509195
    • NoteBody damage n/s doors
    • NoteDrive belt worn
    • NoteN/s and o/s front head lights damp

  19. Pass127,471 miles (+10,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    127,471 miles
    Test number
    512020208147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass116,537 miles (+13,090)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    116,537 miles
    Test number
    200912607483
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass103,447 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    103,447 miles
    Test number
    872954196056
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T296 SPL

Does T296 SPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T296 SPL expired on 30 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T296 SPL?
The MOT on T296 SPL expired on 30 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T296 SPL done?
T296 SPL was recorded at 194,569 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2023, an average of 5,257 miles a year.
Has T296 SPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T296 SPL has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T296 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 T296 SPL find?
T296 SPL failed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; main beam tell-tale not working; nearside headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 5 more.

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