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BMW 523

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T524 RNJMOT history

T524 RNJ is a black petrol BMW 523 first used on 14 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 117,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
117,690 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T524 RNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T524 RNJ was last recorded at 117,690 miles on 1 Feb 2022, 3,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,344 miles · 20 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3,346 miles
Average per year
3,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 117,690 miles
  • 2021 – 114,344 miles
  • 2020 – 105,704 miles
  • 2019 – 101,915 miles
  • 2018 – 94,317 miles
  • 2012 – 91,693 miles
  • 2011 – 88,075 miles
  • 2010 – 86,084 miles
  • 2009 – 83,057 miles
  • 2008 – 78,034 miles
  • 2007 – 73,106 miles
  • 2006 – 66,786 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,690 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,690 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    117,690 miles
    Test number
    469599022736
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  2. Fail117,690 miles (+3,346)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,690 miles
    Test number
    164850716989
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  3. Pass114,344 miles (+8,640)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    114,344 miles
    Test number
    121735792766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,704 miles
    Test number
    401174996771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail105,704 miles (+3,789)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,704 miles
    Test number
    483662496316
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass101,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    101,915 miles
    Test number
    541824437439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,915 miles (+7,598)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,915 miles
    Test number
    276395190895
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass94,317 miles (+2,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,317 miles
    Test number
    713796763069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass91,693 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    91,693 miles
    Test number
    628994582140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has side wall damage plus bolding on outer edge.

  10. Fail91,689 miles (+3,614)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,689 miles
    Test number
    795524482107
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has side wall damage plus bolding on outer edge.

  11. Pass88,075 miles (+1,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    88,075 miles
    Test number
    349312081142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass86,084 miles (+3,027)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    86,084 miles
    Test number
    304072780179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,057 miles (+5,023)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    83,057 miles
    Test number
    803738019133
    • NoteWater ingress nearside headlight

  14. Pass78,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    78,034 miles
    Test number
    174529418111
    • 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)

  15. Fail78,034 miles (+4,928)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,034 miles
    Test number
    460615318163
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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. Pass73,106 miles (+6,320)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    73,106 miles
    Test number
    410738507148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,786 miles
    Test number
    423027616140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T524 RNJ

Does T524 RNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T524 RNJ expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T524 RNJ?
The MOT on T524 RNJ expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T524 RNJ done?
T524 RNJ was recorded at 117,690 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2022, an average of 3,228 miles a year.
Has T524 RNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T524 RNJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T524 RNJ 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 T524 RNJ find?
T524 RNJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2022 with 7 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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