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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T668 NLBMOT history

T668 NLB is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 4 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 144,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
144,342 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T668 NLB
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
4 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T668 NLB was last recorded at 144,342 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,327 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
4,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,342 miles
  • 2025 – 136,043 miles
  • 2024 – 130,794 miles
  • 2023 – 126,440 miles
  • 2022 – 126,226 miles
  • 2020 – 125,874 miles
  • 2018 – 121,129 miles
  • 2017 – 118,881 miles
  • 2016 – 117,321 miles
  • 2015 – 115,933 miles
  • 2014 – 113,677 miles
  • 2013 – 112,653 miles
  • 2012 – 109,852 miles
  • 2011 – 103,786 miles
  • 2010 – 96,709 miles
  • 2009 – 89,552 miles
  • 2008 – 83,232 miles
  • 2007 – 76,899 miles
  • 2006 – 68,282 miles
  • 2005 – 62,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,342 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,342 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    144,342 miles
    Test number
    977411659757
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail144,327 miles (+8,284)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,327 miles
    Test number
    995829054494
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point area sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Hub bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point area sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Hub bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass136,043 miles (+5,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    136,043 miles
    Test number
    868197762064
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass130,794 miles (+4,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    130,794 miles
    Test number
    731388193702
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass126,440 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    126,440 miles
    Test number
    517233403174
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail126,440 miles (+214)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,440 miles
    Test number
    876745368314
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass126,226 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    126,226 miles
    Test number
    717175393201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail126,226 miles (+352)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,226 miles
    Test number
    766565880445
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass125,874 miles (+4,745)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,874 miles
    Test number
    351378632347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass121,129 miles (+2,248)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    121,129 miles
    Test number
    863451505335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    118,881 miles
    Test number
    286876228973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail118,881 miles (+1,560)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,881 miles
    Test number
    599059730191
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  13. Pass117,321 miles (+1,388)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    117,321 miles
    Test number
    313553632913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass115,933 miles (+2,256)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,933 miles
    Test number
    319063775177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass113,677 miles (+1,024)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    113,677 miles
    Test number
    858121784123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass112,653 miles (+2,801)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    112,653 miles
    Test number
    576903463243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass109,852 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    109,852 miles
    Test number
    369506282274
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  18. Fail109,852 miles (+6,066)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,852 miles
    Test number
    575676982290
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  19. Pass103,786 miles (+7,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    103,786 miles
    Test number
    457700881288
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass96,709 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    96,709 miles
    Test number
    180547480272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail96,709 miles (+7,157)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,709 miles
    Test number
    240617180232
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass89,552 miles (+6,320)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    89,552 miles
    Test number
    394535879421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass83,232 miles (+6,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    83,232 miles
    Test number
    462492588264
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass76,899 miles (+8,617)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    76,899 miles
    Test number
    324382387466
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoots have come off n/s/f and o/s/f anti roll bar drop links.

  25. Pass68,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    68,282 miles
    Test number
    692662186220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail68,282 miles (+6,248)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,282 miles
    Test number
    912802786296
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  27. Pass62,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    62,034 miles
    Test number
    990167785259
    • 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)

Questions about T668 NLB

Does T668 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T668 NLB is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T668 NLB?
The MOT on T668 NLB is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T668 NLB done?
T668 NLB was recorded at 144,342 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 4,044 miles a year.
Has T668 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T668 NLB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T668 NLB 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 T668 NLB find?
T668 NLB passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; front power steering component has slight seepage from a component; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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