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BMW 523

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T53 DSTMOT history

T53 DST is a black petrol BMW 523 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2023 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 176,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2023
Mileage
176,309 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2022
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 DST
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
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 DST was last recorded at 176,309 miles on 13 Sept 2022, 3,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,730 miles · 8 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
3,579 miles
Average per year
4,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 176,309 miles
  • 2019 – 172,730 miles
  • 2018 – 172,725 miles
  • 2017 – 164,295 miles
  • 2015 – 155,076 miles
  • 2013 – 152,783 miles
  • 2012 – 149,056 miles
  • 2011 – 147,433 miles
  • 2010 – 140,954 miles
  • 2009 – 128,882 miles
  • 2008 – 127,920 miles
  • 2007 – 120,641 miles
  • 2006 – 109,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,309 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBonnet damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,309 miles (+3,579)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    176,309 miles
    Test number
    435934113322
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass172,730 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    172,730 miles
    Test number
    624117380215
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement attachment bush to shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing corroded

  3. Fail172,725 miles (+8,430)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,725 miles
    Test number
    978163018377
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire next to tank (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced insufficiently repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass164,295 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    164,295 miles
    Test number
    621240252479
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  5. Fail164,295 miles (+9,219)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,295 miles
    Test number
    583799715024
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort park (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  6. Pass155,076 miles (+2,293)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    155,076 miles
    Test number
    439265003055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass152,783 miles (+12)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    152,783 miles
    Test number
    457600543374
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  8. Fail152,771 miles (+3,715)11 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,771 miles
    Test number
    407181533321
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  9. Pass149,056 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    149,056 miles
    Test number
    696239912393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail149,052 miles (+1,619)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,052 miles
    Test number
    368737412348
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass147,433 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    147,433 miles
    Test number
    497305011374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail147,428 miles (+6,474)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,428 miles
    Test number
    869311311388
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  13. Pass140,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    140,954 miles
    Test number
    462200730301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail140,953 miles (+12,071)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,953 miles
    Test number
    883960730374
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass128,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    128,882 miles
    Test number
    691255299295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail128,882 miles (+962)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,882 miles
    Test number
    302796689482
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass127,920 miles (+7,279)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    127,920 miles
    Test number
    200869588282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass120,641 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    120,641 miles
    Test number
    761376177234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail120,550 miles (+11,487)4 dangerous16 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,550 miles
    Test number
    351239967272
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass109,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    109,063 miles
    Test number
    211697386238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T53 DST

Does T53 DST currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T53 DST expired on 12 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T53 DST?
The MOT on T53 DST expired on 12 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T53 DST done?
T53 DST was recorded at 176,309 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2022, an average of 4,225 miles a year.
Has T53 DST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 DST has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on T53 DST 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 T53 DST find?
T53 DST passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; bonnet damaged; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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