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BMW 523

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T411 DLXMOT history

T411 DLX is a blue petrol BMW 523 first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 129,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
129,483 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T411 DLX
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
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T411 DLX was last recorded at 129,483 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 6,540 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,943 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,540 miles
Average per year
3,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,483 miles
  • 2025 – 122,943 miles
  • 2024 – 119,310 miles
  • 2023 – 116,722 miles
  • 2022 – 113,859 miles
  • 2021 – 111,834 miles
  • 2020 – 110,874 miles
  • 2019 – 109,522 miles
  • 2018 – 106,805 miles
  • 2017 – 103,687 miles
  • 2016 – 100,652 miles
  • 2015 – 98,578 miles
  • 2014 – 94,100 miles
  • 2013 – 90,800 miles
  • 2012 – 86,541 miles
  • 2011 – 81,450 miles
  • 2010 – 75,677 miles
  • 2009 – 71,265 miles
  • 2008 – 65,191 miles
  • 2007 – 58,873 miles
  • 2006 – 52,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,483 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,483 miles (+6,540)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,483 miles
    Test number
    678072617181
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass122,943 miles (+3,633)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    122,943 miles
    Test number
    812398681493
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass119,310 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    119,310 miles
    Test number
    156590688765
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Fail119,310 miles (+2,588)1 major4 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,310 miles
    Test number
    515803471792
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass116,722 miles (+2,863)4 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    116,722 miles
    Test number
    412721420625
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass113,859 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    113,859 miles
    Test number
    457688033291
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear of rear. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear of rear. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail113,859 miles (+2,025)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,859 miles
    Test number
    534792008943
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear of rear. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear of rear. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass111,834 miles (+960)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    111,834 miles
    Test number
    199045052234
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on O/S (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass110,874 miles (+1,352)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,874 miles
    Test number
    802930628165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,522 miles (+2,717)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,522 miles
    Test number
    789730773793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,805 miles (+3,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    106,805 miles
    Test number
    984501506549
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Condensation in light (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Starting to crack (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Starting to crack (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass103,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    103,687 miles
    Test number
    458297997547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,687 miles (+3,035)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,687 miles
    Test number
    134090158771
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged both fronts cracking (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s/rear tyre cracking

  14. Pass100,652 miles (+2,074)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    100,652 miles
    Test number
    947051056485
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryAdv-osr ,nsr,osf tyres cracking on treads.

  15. Pass98,578 miles (+4,478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    98,578 miles
    Test number
    229821795090
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass94,100 miles (+3,300)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,100 miles
    Test number
    955310704165
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass90,800 miles (+4,259)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    90,800 miles
    Test number
    187730703192
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail86,541 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,541 miles
    Test number
    345989302188
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  19. Pass86,541 miles (+5,091)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    86,541 miles
    Test number
    879949502117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail81,450 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,450 miles
    Test number
    248864301428
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteAdv-rear brake discs have surface corosion.

  21. Pass81,450 miles (+5,773)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    81,450 miles
    Test number
    618824501186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteAdv-rear brake discs have surface corosion.

  22. Pass75,677 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    75,677 miles
    Test number
    761196000121
    • NoteAdvise- nsf tyre starting to crack between tread.

  23. Fail75,677 miles (+4,412)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,677 miles
    Test number
    743526100105
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAdvise- nsf tyre starting to crack between tread.

  24. Pass71,265 miles (+6,074)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    71,265 miles
    Test number
    472042819100
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll tyres except near side rear are developing cracks due to age
    • NoteChip in zone A area of windscreen
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake disc sufraces corroding

  25. Pass65,191 miles (+6,318)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    65,191 miles
    Test number
    572181298012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,873 miles (+6,196)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    58,873 miles
    Test number
    320507617137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,677 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    52,677 miles
    Test number
    574077716161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T411 DLX

Does T411 DLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T411 DLX is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T411 DLX?
The MOT on T411 DLX is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T411 DLX done?
T411 DLX was recorded at 129,483 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 3,757 miles a year.
Has T411 DLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T411 DLX has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T411 DLX 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 T411 DLX find?
T411 DLX failed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm, and 6 more.

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