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BMW 523

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T349 ALRMOT history

T349 ALR is a grey petrol BMW 523 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 117,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
117,220 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T349 ALR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T349 ALR was last recorded at 117,220 miles on 15 May 2026, 6,664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,556 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,664 miles
Average per year
4,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,220 miles
  • 2025 – 110,556 miles
  • 2024 – 104,242 miles
  • 2023 – 104,024 miles
  • 2022 – 96,577 miles
  • 2021 – 91,596 miles
  • 2020 – 88,412 miles
  • 2018 – 85,522 miles
  • 2017 – 83,328 miles
  • 2016 – 80,903 miles
  • 2015 – 77,273 miles
  • 2014 – 73,553 miles
  • 2013 – 69,282 miles
  • 2012 – 64,157 miles
  • 2011 – 59,914 miles
  • 2010 – 55,816 miles
  • 2009 – 50,273 miles
  • 2008 – 46,235 miles
  • 2007 – 40,101 miles
  • 2006 – 35,207 miles
  • 2005 – 29,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,220 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive quadrant (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front upper strut mount slight roughness
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive quadrant (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Coil spring corroded both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear and o/s front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Cracks in both rear brake hoses,only just passed test. Recommend their replaced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,220 miles (+6,664)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    117,220 miles
    Test number
    628519540305
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive quadrant (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front upper strut mount slight roughness
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive quadrant (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass110,556 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    110,556 miles
    Test number
    880506482847
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail110,556 miles (+6,314)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,556 miles
    Test number
    479026969321
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,242 miles (+12)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    104,242 miles
    Test number
    352866073912
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail104,230 miles (+206)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,230 miles
    Test number
    991337062329
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  6. Fail104,024 miles (+7,447)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,024 miles
    Test number
    179404976223
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear suspension arm outer connecting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake sensor wire not connected
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake flexi damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnable to find brake reservoir

  7. Pass96,577 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    96,577 miles
    Test number
    750172377463
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear and o/s front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail96,521 miles (+4,925)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,521 miles
    Test number
    439172837837
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative internal (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear and o/s front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear and o/s front (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass91,596 miles (+3,184)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    91,596 miles
    Test number
    114727512262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    88,412 miles
    Test number
    459774622217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail88,412 miles (+2,890)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,412 miles
    Test number
    972172478052
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass85,522 miles (+2,194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    85,522 miles
    Test number
    200785905460
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to approx. 2.0 mm.
    • AdvisoryCondensation in both headlamps and beam patterns poor.
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes and brake pipes corroded.

  13. Pass83,328 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    83,328 miles
    Test number
    974632359770
    • AdvisoryCracks in both rear brake hoses,only just passed test. Recommend their replaced
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully see front and rear brake pads

  14. Fail83,320 miles (+2,417)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,320 miles
    Test number
    805190244643
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCracks in both rear brake hoses,only just passed test. Recommend their replaced
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully see front and rear brake pads

  15. Pass80,903 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,903 miles
    Test number
    953472389233
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front to rear brake pipes,alongside of fuel tank
    • AdvisoryDamp in all head lamps

  16. Fail80,903 miles (+3,630)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,903 miles
    Test number
    934229054529
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front to rear brake pipes,alongside of fuel tank
    • AdvisoryDamp in all head lamps
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully see front and rear pads

  17. Pass77,273 miles (+3,720)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    77,273 miles
    Test number
    628438275153
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSome marking of screen
    • NoteSplits in both rear brake hoses ,recommend their replaced

  18. Pass73,553 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    73,553 miles
    Test number
    237947774420
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear brake hoses cracked
    • NoteMarking of screen only just passed test
    • NoteParts of tread on o/s/r tyre as low as 2.10mm
    • NoteTread low on inner part of n/s/f tyre plus some damage to outer wall

  19. Fail73,553 miles (+4,271)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,553 miles
    Test number
    635797674190
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear brake hoses cracked
    • NoteMarking of screen only just passed test
    • NoteParts of tread on o/s/r tyre as low as 2.10mm
    • NoteTread low on inner part of n/s/f tyre plus some damage to outer wall

  20. Pass69,282 miles (+5,125)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,282 miles
    Test number
    525459573191
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to front to rear brake pipes (o/s of fuel tank)
    • NoteSlight marking of screen
    • NoteTread on n/s/r tyre less than 3mm

  21. Pass64,157 miles (+4,243)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,157 miles
    Test number
    656861682116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,914 miles (+4,098)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    59,914 miles
    Test number
    739701581133
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteCentre stop lamp notworking

  23. Pass55,816 miles (+5,543)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,816 miles
    Test number
    240557770171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,273 miles (+4,038)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,273 miles
    Test number
    774068979113
    • NoteLess than 3mm of tread on o/s/r tyre
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  25. Pass46,235 miles (+6,134)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    46,235 miles
    Test number
    240035078148
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge.

  26. Pass40,101 miles (+4,894)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,101 miles
    Test number
    630289377133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,207 miles (+6,170)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    35,207 miles
    Test number
    193069576190
    • Note2 of 4 washers ioperative
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

  28. Pass29,037 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    29,037 miles
    Test number
    791511785114
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T349 ALR

Does T349 ALR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T349 ALR is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T349 ALR?
The MOT on T349 ALR is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T349 ALR done?
T349 ALR was recorded at 117,220 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 4,225 miles a year.
Has T349 ALR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T349 ALR has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T349 ALR 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 T349 ALR find?
T349 ALR passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 9 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive quadrant; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, and 6 more.

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