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BMW 523

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T383 BSOMOT history

T383 BSO is a green petrol BMW 523 first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 145,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2025
Mileage
145,062 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,526 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T383 BSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T383 BSO was last recorded at 145,062 miles on 14 Feb 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Nov 2020: 140,098 miles, lower than 141,096 miles on 19 Nov 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
145,057 miles · 5 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,526 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 145,062 miles
  • 2023 – 143,399 miles
  • 2022 – 143,394 miles
  • 2021 – 142,457 miles
  • 2020 – 140,098 miles
  • 2019 – 138,303 miles
  • 2018 – 134,215 miles
  • 2016 – 130,970 miles
  • 2015 – 123,786 miles
  • 2014 – 110,577 miles
  • 2013 – 98,802 miles
  • 2012 – 94,593 miles
  • 2011 – 91,139 miles
  • 2010 – 84,787 miles
  • 2009 – 83,340 miles
  • 2008 – 80,041 miles
  • 2007 – 72,811 miles
  • 2006 – 66,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,062 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,062 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    145,062 miles
    Test number
    955026809884
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

  2. Fail145,057 miles (+1,658)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,057 miles
    Test number
    430214478025
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

  3. Pass143,399 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    143,399 miles
    Test number
    940694501969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail143,394 miles (+937)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,394 miles
    Test number
    569316980595
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass142,457 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    142,457 miles
    Test number
    561886184740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail142,450 miles (+2,352)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,450 miles
    Test number
    493754102630
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side light (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass140,098 miles (-998)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    140,098 miles
    Test number
    147360046913
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail141,096 miles (+2,793)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,096 miles
    Test number
    528326344090
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass138,303 miles (+60)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    138,303 miles
    Test number
    753315790161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail138,243 miles (+4,028)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,243 miles
    Test number
    791345756708
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush and front rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working inner bulb (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass134,215 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    134,215 miles
    Test number
    437830647130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  12. Fail134,210 miles (+3,240)11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,210 miles
    Test number
    638182845384
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D-bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D-bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass130,970 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    130,970 miles
    Test number
    581778119179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail130,964 miles (+7,178)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,964 miles
    Test number
    549404352466
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass123,786 miles (+13,209)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    123,786 miles
    Test number
    776745615277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront to rear fuel pipes corroded
    • NoteOuter sills corroded

  16. Pass110,577 miles (+10)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    110,577 miles
    Test number
    269922924186
    • 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)
    • NoteRear offside bearing has faint noise.

  17. Fail110,567 miles (+11,765)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,567 miles
    Test number
    519781724181
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear offside bearing has faint noise.

  18. Pass98,802 miles (+4,209)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    98,802 miles
    Test number
    386131253136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,593 miles
    Test number
    398869742183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail94,593 miles (+3,454)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,593 miles
    Test number
    556119942125
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass91,139 miles (+6,352)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,139 miles
    Test number
    606626691015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,787 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    84,787 miles
    Test number
    853320710126
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteAsc light stuk on fault with traction control

  23. Fail84,787 miles (+1,447)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,787 miles
    Test number
    910776800189
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteAsc light stuk on fault with traction control

  24. Pass83,340 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    83,340 miles
    Test number
    794597729320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail83,340 miles (+3,299)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,340 miles
    Test number
    773087129323
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass80,041 miles (+585)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    80,041 miles
    Test number
    472177638490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass79,456 miles (+6,645)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    79,456 miles
    Test number
    381925738417
    • NoteFront backplates loose.
    • NoteFront brake pipes slightly corroded.

  28. Pass72,811 miles (+6,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    72,811 miles
    Test number
    924143947230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass66,108 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    66,108 miles
    Test number
    843158046203
    • AdvisoryLower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUpper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside reverse light not working

Questions about T383 BSO

Does T383 BSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T383 BSO expired on 13 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T383 BSO?
The MOT on T383 BSO expired on 13 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T383 BSO done?
T383 BSO was recorded at 145,062 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2024, an average of 4,526 miles a year.
Has T383 BSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T383 BSO has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T383 BSO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T383 BSO find?
T383 BSO passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2024 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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