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BMW 523

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T518 THJMOT history

T518 THJ is a green petrol BMW 523 first used on 18 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 117,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
117,805 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T518 THJ
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
18 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T518 THJ was last recorded at 117,805 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,800 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,805 miles
  • 2024 – 116,574 miles
  • 2023 – 115,518 miles
  • 2022 – 112,843 miles
  • 2021 – 109,531 miles
  • 2020 – 105,371 miles
  • 2019 – 102,102 miles
  • 2018 – 97,842 miles
  • 2017 – 92,313 miles
  • 2016 – 88,015 miles
  • 2015 – 79,960 miles
  • 2014 – 71,943 miles
  • 2013 – 63,435 miles
  • 2012 – 57,838 miles
  • 2011 – 54,473 miles
  • 2010 – 51,152 miles
  • 2009 – 48,190 miles
  • 2008 – 46,482 miles
  • 2007 – 44,182 miles
  • 2006 – 39,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,805 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear fuel pipes very corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust emissions test only just passed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,805 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    117,805 miles
    Test number
    695472259418
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail117,800 miles (+1,226)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,800 miles
    Test number
    986167168989
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass116,574 miles (+1,056)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    116,574 miles
    Test number
    109668631107
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass115,518 miles (+2,675)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    115,518 miles
    Test number
    621149256705
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Upper rear arm, outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,843 miles (+3,312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    112,843 miles
    Test number
    311850516460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass109,531 miles (+4,160)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    109,531 miles
    Test number
    838809541903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass105,371 miles (+3,269)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,371 miles
    Test number
    261130117932
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass102,102 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,102 miles
    Test number
    883952340055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear diff seal leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective no pressure

  9. Fail102,102 miles (+4,260)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,102 miles
    Test number
    148500064163
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear diff seal leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective no pressure

  10. Pass97,842 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    97,842 miles
    Test number
    999298740142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear fuel pipes very corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions test only just passed

  11. Fail97,831 miles (+5,518)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,831 miles
    Test number
    608925107031
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high adjusters not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right adjusters not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear fuel pipes very corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions test only just passed

  12. Pass92,313 miles (+4,298)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    92,313 miles
    Test number
    744293095607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,015 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    88,015 miles
    Test number
    280236611117
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have cuts in sidewall and tread but not to cords

  14. Fail88,014 miles (+8,054)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,014 miles
    Test number
    684600209643
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have cuts in sidewall and tread but not to cords

  15. Pass79,960 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    79,960 miles
    Test number
    371155633516
    • 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)

  16. Fail79,957 miles (+8,014)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,957 miles
    Test number
    644459850322
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • 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)

  17. Pass71,943 miles (+8,508)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    71,943 miles
    Test number
    697956014340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,435 miles (+5,597)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,435 miles
    Test number
    587299413372
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  19. Pass57,838 miles (+3,365)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    57,838 miles
    Test number
    525897402349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,473 miles (+3,321)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,473 miles
    Test number
    817452321326
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass51,152 miles (+2,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    51,152 miles
    Test number
    713900010302
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass48,190 miles (+1,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    48,190 miles
    Test number
    412179119245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  23. Pass46,482 miles (+2,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,482 miles
    Test number
    722129918223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass44,182 miles (+4,296)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,182 miles
    Test number
    611689697175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    39,886 miles
    Test number
    341441606210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T518 THJ

Does T518 THJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T518 THJ is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T518 THJ?
The MOT on T518 THJ is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T518 THJ done?
T518 THJ was recorded at 117,805 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 4,038 miles a year.
Has T518 THJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T518 THJ has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T518 THJ 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 T518 THJ find?
T518 THJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers smearing; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears perishing.

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