
BMW 523
Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc
T36 SCGMOT history
T36 SCG is a blue petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 190,494 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 29 Jun 2027
- Mileage
- 190,494 mi
- At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 30
- 21 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 6,232 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T36 SCG
- 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
- 1 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 30 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T36 SCG was last recorded at 190,494 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 190,488 miles · 23 Jun 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 6 miles
- Average per year
- 6,232 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 190,494 miles
- 2025 – 187,173 miles
- 2024 – 183,432 miles
- 2023 – 179,686 miles
- 2022 – 174,683 miles
- 2021 – 167,613 miles
- 2020 – 161,018 miles
- 2019 – 147,909 miles
- 2018 – 136,855 miles
- 2017 – 124,438 miles
- 2016 – 117,034 miles
- 2015 – 111,007 miles
- 2014 – 107,845 miles
- 2013 – 105,723 miles
- 2012 – 99,036 miles
- 2011 – 96,260 miles
- 2010 – 93,230 miles
- 2009 – 87,094 miles
- 2008 – 80,399 miles
- 2007 – 72,756 miles
- 2006 – 63,524 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryAge related surface rustRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024
Age related surface rust underneath
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026
Full MOT history
30 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass190,494 miles (+6)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2027
- Odometer
- 190,494 miles
- Test number
- 642201609679
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAge related surface rust
Fail190,488 miles (+3,315)5 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 190,488 miles
- Test number
- 131796332908
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed CO to high (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAge related surface rust
Pass187,173 miles (+23)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 187,173 miles
- Test number
- 446298727548
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across chaises leg (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryAge related surface rust
Fail187,150 miles (+3,718)5 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 187,150 miles
- Test number
- 933739779775
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed lambda and hc to high (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, two places both marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across chaises leg (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryAge related surface rust
Pass183,432 miles (+5)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 183,432 miles
- Test number
- 563594624325
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryAge related surface rust
Fail183,427 miles (+3,741)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 183,427 miles
- Test number
- 908140257479
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryAge related surface rust
Pass179,686 miles (+11)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 179,686 miles
- Test number
- 697801020524
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAge related surface rust underneath
- AdvisoryTow bar is rusty but still secure
Fail179,675 miles (+4,992)2 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 179,675 miles
- Test number
- 179223811363
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rust hole in o/s rear inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rust hole in o/s rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAge related surface rust underneath
- AdvisoryTow bar is rusty but still secure
Pass174,683 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 174,683 miles
- Test number
- 532546296673
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both rear drive shafts has play in them (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower swivel arm bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAge related surface rust underneath
- AdvisoryBrake wear light on but pads look fine
Fail174,683 miles (+7,070)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 174,683 miles
- Test number
- 153026503038
- DangerousShock absorbers likely to become detached casing around bottom bush has large crack right the way throw it (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front lights (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill has 2 rust holes in it one in middle on at rear by jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill has rust hole in it at rear of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both rear drive shafts has play in them (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower swivel arm bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAge related surface rust underneath
- AdvisoryBrake wear light on but pads look fine
Pass167,613 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 167,613 miles
- Test number
- 823357622183
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail167,613 miles (+6,595)2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 167,613 miles
- Test number
- 896204067792
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorSub-frame pin or bush excessively worn all four (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass161,018 miles (+13,109)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 161,018 miles
- Test number
- 517969747641
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on but brake pads all ok
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass147,909 miles (+3)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Apr 2020
- Odometer
- 147,909 miles
- Test number
- 567689495591
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail147,906 miles (+11,051)3 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,906 miles
- Test number
- 542417581797
- MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorRear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass136,855 miles (+12,417)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 136,855 miles
- Test number
- 682934559515
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes corroded
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inside edge
- AdvisoryBoth front wipers smear
- AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroded
Pass124,438 miles (+7,404)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 124,438 miles
- Test number
- 762493123942
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Pass117,034 miles (+47)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 117,034 miles
- Test number
- 101380818729
- AdvisoryHeat shield over rear silencer insecure
- AdvisoryPossable very slight rumble from near side rear wheel bearing
Fail116,987 miles (+5,980)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,987 miles
- Test number
- 469275680526
- FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryHeat shield over rear silencer insecure
- AdvisoryPossable very slight rumble from near side rear wheel bearing
Pass111,007 miles (+3,162)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 111,007 miles
- Test number
- 229476285049
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass107,845 miles (+2,122)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 107,845 miles
- Test number
- 565231194000
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass105,723 miles (+6,687)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 105,723 miles
- Test number
- 958571983061
- AdvisoryRear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass99,036 miles (+2,776)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 99,036 miles
- Test number
- 877593972047
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass96,260 miles (+3,030)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 16 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 96,260 miles
- Test number
- 729466671039
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- NoteFront brake discs worn
Pass93,230 miles (+6,136)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 93,230 miles
- Test number
- 722920450067
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass87,094 miles (+13)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 87,094 miles
- Test number
- 400461859021
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail87,081 miles (+6,682)4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,081 miles
- Test number
- 583288849005
- FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass80,399 miles (+7,643)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 80,399 miles
- Test number
- 324436438009
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- NoteSome play to n/s/r upper front ball joint link but not excessive.
Pass72,756 miles (+9,232)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 72,756 miles
- Test number
- 674816537032
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass63,524 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 63,524 miles
- Test number
- 813185546030
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T36 SCG
- Does T36 SCG currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T36 SCG is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T36 SCG?
- The MOT on T36 SCG is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T36 SCG done?
- T36 SCG was recorded at 190,494 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 6,232 miles a year.
- Has T36 SCG ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T36 SCG has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
- Has the mileage on T36 SCG 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 T36 SCG find?
- T36 SCG passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; offside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.
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