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BMW 523

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T647 SYJMOT history

T647 SYJ is a blue petrol BMW 523 first used on 12 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 163,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
163,047 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T647 SYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T647 SYJ was last recorded at 163,047 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,024 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
3,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,047 miles
  • 2025 – 158,928 miles
  • 2024 – 154,861 miles
  • 2023 – 152,225 miles
  • 2022 – 148,602 miles
  • 2021 – 144,883 miles
  • 2020 – 142,860 miles
  • 2019 – 138,378 miles
  • 2018 – 135,427 miles
  • 2017 – 134,864 miles
  • 2016 – 134,345 miles
  • 2015 – 133,858 miles
  • 2013 – 131,191 miles
  • 2012 – 128,166 miles
  • 2011 – 123,234 miles
  • 2010 – 119,695 miles
  • 2009 – 113,304 miles
  • 2008 – 106,530 miles
  • 2007 – 99,230 miles
  • 2006 – 93,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,047 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.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO REAR PIPES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,047 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    163,047 miles
    Test number
    289549169658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail163,024 miles (+4,096)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,024 miles
    Test number
    782805405427
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass158,928 miles (+4,067)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    158,928 miles
    Test number
    779794585968
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL AREA (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO REAR
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL AREA (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass154,861 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    154,861 miles
    Test number
    587049426881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO REAR PIPES
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL AREA FRONT OF WHEEL ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL AREA FRONT OF WHEEL ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail154,861 miles (+2,636)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,861 miles
    Test number
    985251967237
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO REAR PIPES
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL AREA FRONT OF WHEEL ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL AREA FRONT OF WHEEL ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass152,225 miles (+3,623)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    152,225 miles
    Test number
    182677421581
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass148,602 miles (+3,719)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    148,602 miles
    Test number
    984332521766
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH FRONT (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass144,883 miles (+2,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    144,883 miles
    Test number
    795359159933
    • AdvisoryAdvise coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass142,860 miles (+4,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    142,860 miles
    Test number
    346442716977
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass138,378 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    138,378 miles
    Test number
    565629994964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail138,372 miles (+2,945)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,372 miles
    Test number
    649656624031
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass135,427 miles (+563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    135,427 miles
    Test number
    799939265405
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass134,864 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    134,864 miles
    Test number
    582506726971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail134,860 miles (+515)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,860 miles
    Test number
    272187469415
    • FailureCentral Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively damaged Under engine (2.3.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill has been repaired but not seam welded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass134,345 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    134,345 miles
    Test number
    467588902481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass133,858 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    133,858 miles
    Test number
    269187205448
    • NoteAdvise both rear flexi brake hoses small spilts.

  17. Fail133,848 miles (+2,657)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,848 miles
    Test number
    648064905154
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass131,191 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    131,191 miles
    Test number
    835533993110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers split but clearing screen

  19. Fail131,191 miles (+3,025)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,191 miles
    Test number
    546023093141
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers split but clearing screen

  20. Pass128,166 miles (+4,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    128,166 miles
    Test number
    925824492191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass123,234 miles (+3,539)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    123,234 miles
    Test number
    785822191159
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  22. Pass119,695 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    119,695 miles
    Test number
    520477190195
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail119,695 miles (+6,391)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,695 miles
    Test number
    532077990172
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass113,304 miles (+6,774)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    113,304 miles
    Test number
    271147579450
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Fail106,530 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,530 miles
    Test number
    181729078144
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass106,530 miles (+7,300)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    106,530 miles
    Test number
    764349178106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass99,230 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    99,230 miles
    Test number
    281238377452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail99,230 miles (+5,882)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,230 miles
    Test number
    940308177122
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass93,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    93,348 miles
    Test number
    720672676180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T647 SYJ

Does T647 SYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T647 SYJ is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T647 SYJ?
The MOT on T647 SYJ is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T647 SYJ done?
T647 SYJ was recorded at 163,047 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 3,551 miles a year.
Has T647 SYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T647 SYJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T647 SYJ 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 T647 SYJ find?
T647 SYJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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