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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T343 EHYMOT history

T343 EHY is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 212,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2024
Mileage
212,026 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T343 EHY
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T343 EHY was last recorded at 212,026 miles on 30 Jun 2023, 8,084 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,942 miles · 14 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
8,084 miles
Average per year
6,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 212,026 miles
  • 2022 – 203,942 miles
  • 2021 – 193,467 miles
  • 2020 – 169,071 miles
  • 2018 – 165,528 miles
  • 2017 – 156,458 miles
  • 2016 – 147,915 miles
  • 2015 – 141,882 miles
  • 2014 – 136,825 miles
  • 2013 – 129,629 miles
  • 2012 – 125,223 miles
  • 2011 – 120,293 miles
  • 2010 – 115,437 miles
  • 2009 – 110,856 miles
  • 2008 – 107,718 miles
  • 2007 – 100,272 miles
  • 2006 – 95,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,026 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bushes (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.

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,026 miles (+8,084)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    212,026 miles
    Test number
    590992433422
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass203,942 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    203,942 miles
    Test number
    343966631643
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail203,942 miles (+10,475)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,942 miles
    Test number
    450359218890
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass193,467 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    193,467 miles
    Test number
    569188287136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail193,467 miles (+24,396)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,467 miles
    Test number
    368497467828
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass169,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    169,071 miles
    Test number
    665939373403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail169,071 miles (+3,543)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,071 miles
    Test number
    572085661769
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass165,528 miles (+48)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    165,528 miles
    Test number
    828096786718
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail165,480 miles (+9,022)2 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,480 miles
    Test number
    850585519734
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass156,458 miles (+8,543)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    156,458 miles
    Test number
    431753071140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass147,915 miles (+6,033)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    147,915 miles
    Test number
    136181222408
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside & offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside & offside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass141,882 miles (+5,057)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    141,882 miles
    Test number
    327688105262
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar 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

  13. Pass136,825 miles (+7,196)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    136,825 miles
    Test number
    877206494139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass129,629 miles (+4,406)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    129,629 miles
    Test number
    378627903218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,223 miles (+4,930)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    125,223 miles
    Test number
    179826602287
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAir bag light on

  16. Pass120,293 miles (+4,856)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    120,293 miles
    Test number
    789877801223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass115,437 miles (+4,581)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    115,437 miles
    Test number
    451319180105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass110,856 miles (+3,138)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    110,856 miles
    Test number
    542009289186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass107,718 miles (+7,446)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    107,718 miles
    Test number
    331628098109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass100,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    100,272 miles
    Test number
    502529377077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail100,272 miles (+4,317)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,272 miles
    Test number
    351289277048
    • FailureBrake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass95,955 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    95,955 miles
    Test number
    354172686002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail95,952 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,952 miles
    Test number
    234311086060
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T343 EHY

Does T343 EHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T343 EHY expired on 29 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T343 EHY?
The MOT on T343 EHY expired on 29 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T343 EHY done?
T343 EHY was recorded at 212,026 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2023, an average of 6,720 miles a year.
Has T343 EHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T343 EHY has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T343 EHY 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 T343 EHY find?
T343 EHY passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2023 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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