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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T630 VVWMOT history

T630 VVW is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2023
Mileage
90,802 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2021
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T630 VVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T630 VVW was last recorded at 90,802 miles on 21 Dec 2021, 5,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,680 miles · 5 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,122 miles
Average per year
3,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 90,802 miles
  • 2019 – 85,198 miles
  • 2018 – 83,884 miles
  • 2017 – 80,644 miles
  • 2016 – 77,359 miles
  • 2015 – 74,028 miles
  • 2014 – 70,055 miles
  • 2013 – 65,516 miles
  • 2012 – 60,902 miles
  • 2011 – 56,404 miles
  • 2010 – 53,669 miles
  • 2009 – 49,252 miles
  • 2008 – 46,674 miles
  • 2007 – 44,374 miles
  • 2006 – 40,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,802 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 has nail in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,802 miles (+5,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,802 miles
    Test number
    823034211042
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass85,680 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,680 miles
    Test number
    660097197779
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail85,680 miles (+482)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,680 miles
    Test number
    911228615960
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass85,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,198 miles
    Test number
    254021554257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,198 miles (+1,314)4 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,198 miles
    Test number
    790544219489
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass83,884 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,884 miles
    Test number
    656665545583
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail83,882 miles (+3,238)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,882 miles
    Test number
    227620812657
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  8. Pass80,644 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    657929363231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has nail in tread

  9. Fail80,544 miles (+3,185)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,544 miles
    Test number
    262611499561
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated split (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has nail in tread

  10. Pass77,359 miles (+3,331)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,359 miles
    Test number
    474642962624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mudguard insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass74,028 miles (+3,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,028 miles
    Test number
    729220455109
    • 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)

  12. Pass70,055 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,055 miles
    Test number
    157192744123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail70,049 miles (+4,533)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,049 miles
    Test number
    408767334172
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail65,516 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,516 miles
    Test number
    559208633160
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass65,516 miles (+4,614)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,516 miles
    Test number
    908098733133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,902 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,902 miles
    Test number
    216301312124
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass60,902 miles (+4,498)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    60,902 miles
    Test number
    308771712114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,404 miles (+2,735)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    56,404 miles
    Test number
    416616701192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,669 miles (+4,417)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,669 miles
    Test number
    270940110181
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass49,252 miles (+2,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    49,252 miles
    Test number
    403521309113
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass46,674 miles (+2,300)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    46,674 miles
    Test number
    341831998008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,374 miles (+3,563)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    44,374 miles
    Test number
    873017597038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,811 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,811 miles
    Test number
    934356496070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail40,805 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,805 miles
    Test number
    741340996043
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T630 VVW

Does T630 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T630 VVW expired on 4 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T630 VVW?
The MOT on T630 VVW expired on 4 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T630 VVW done?
T630 VVW was recorded at 90,802 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2021, an average of 3,179 miles a year.
Has T630 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T630 VVW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T630 VVW 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 T630 VVW find?
T630 VVW passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2021 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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