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BMW 523

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T436 BSEMOT history

T436 BSE is a green petrol BMW 523 first used on 19 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 160,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2026
Mileage
160,411 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T436 BSE
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
19 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T436 BSE was last recorded at 160,411 miles on 18 Apr 2025, 4,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,140 miles · 2 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4,271 miles
Average per year
3,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,411 miles
  • 2024 – 156,140 miles
  • 2023 – 154,371 miles
  • 2022 – 152,261 miles
  • 2021 – 150,560 miles
  • 2020 – 148,300 miles
  • 2019 – 145,811 miles
  • 2018 – 144,359 miles
  • 2017 – 141,643 miles
  • 2016 – 137,370 miles
  • 2014 – 131,366 miles
  • 2013 – 124,362 miles
  • 2012 – 119,952 miles
  • 2011 – 114,898 miles
  • 2010 – 111,614 miles
  • 2008 – 101,324 miles
  • 2007 – 94,601 miles
  • 2006 – 85,961 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,411 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,411 miles (+4,271)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    160,411 miles
    Test number
    934654519338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass156,140 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    156,140 miles
    Test number
    938780183331
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner and outer Sill Corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner and outer Sill Corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail156,140 miles (+1,769)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,140 miles
    Test number
    898086089668
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner and outer Sill Corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner and outer Sill Corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,371 miles (+2,110)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    154,371 miles
    Test number
    723007260014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass152,261 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    152,261 miles
    Test number
    714052832020
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp misting inside lamp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail152,261 miles (+1,701)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,261 miles
    Test number
    750053454812
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp misting inside lamp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass150,560 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    150,560 miles
    Test number
    673257040192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail150,552 miles (+2,252)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,552 miles
    Test number
    746757577924
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass148,300 miles (+2,489)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    148,300 miles
    Test number
    107802660174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass145,811 miles (+1,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    145,811 miles
    Test number
    624483139585
    • AdvisoryRear Inner sill rusting
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipies rusting

  11. Pass144,359 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    144,359 miles
    Test number
    197904699479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass141,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    141,643 miles
    Test number
    485064935013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail141,643 miles (+4,273)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,643 miles
    Test number
    511533860606
    • DangerousEngine oil leaking on to exhaust .
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass137,370 miles (+6,004)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    137,370 miles
    Test number
    158143346953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass131,366 miles (+7,004)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    131,366 miles
    Test number
    926644024278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass124,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    124,362 miles
    Test number
    287683783110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail124,362 miles (+4,410)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,362 miles
    Test number
    207563883149
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass119,952 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    119,952 miles
    Test number
    168710272138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail119,952 miles (+5,054)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,952 miles
    Test number
    659590272199
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass114,898 miles (+3,284)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    114,898 miles
    Test number
    256982071116
    • NoteSlight brake judder on nsf osr wheels

  21. Pass111,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    111,614 miles
    Test number
    454821280150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail111,612 miles (+10,288)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,612 miles
    Test number
    842251280176
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass101,324 miles (+64)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    101,324 miles
    Test number
    472442208348
    • NoteUnable to see front or rear pads

  24. Fail101,260 miles (+6,659)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,260 miles
    Test number
    373838198408
    • FailureFront Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnable to see front or rear pads

  25. Pass94,601 miles (+8,640)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    94,601 miles
    Test number
    303379597473
    • NoteCondensation in both headlights
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  26. Pass85,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    85,961 miles
    Test number
    780839496189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail85,961 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,961 miles
    Test number
    844438596186
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T436 BSE

Does T436 BSE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T436 BSE expired on 17 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T436 BSE?
The MOT on T436 BSE expired on 17 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T436 BSE done?
T436 BSE was recorded at 160,411 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2025, an average of 3,970 miles a year.
Has T436 BSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T436 BSE has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T436 BSE 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 T436 BSE find?
T436 BSE passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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