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BMW 523

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T687 JWLMOT history

T687 JWL is a blue petrol BMW 523 first used on 7 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 220,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2024
Mileage
220,849 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T687 JWL
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
7 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T687 JWL was last recorded at 220,849 miles on 29 Nov 2024, 4,605 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,244 miles · 28 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
4,605 miles
Average per year
6,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 220,849 miles
  • 2023 – 216,244 miles
  • 2022 – 213,116 miles
  • 2021 – 204,362 miles
  • 2020 – 203,391 miles
  • 2019 – 201,686 miles
  • 2018 – 195,957 miles
  • 2017 – 191,663 miles
  • 2016 – 180,076 miles
  • 2015 – 169,001 miles
  • 2014 – 157,552 miles
  • 2013 – 147,413 miles
  • 2012 – 138,006 miles
  • 2011 – 131,490 miles
  • 2010 – 124,027 miles
  • 2009 – 119,498 miles
  • 2008 – 118,441 miles
  • 2007 – 113,408 miles
  • 2006 – 103,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail220,849 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking to pump (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail220,849 miles (+4,605)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,849 miles
    Test number
    491843123751
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking to pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass216,244 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    216,244 miles
    Test number
    656520692915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail216,236 miles (+3,120)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,236 miles
    Test number
    690625571074
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass213,116 miles (+106)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    213,116 miles
    Test number
    304984937193
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cracking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail213,010 miles (+8,648)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,010 miles
    Test number
    556527448556
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cracking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cracking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass204,362 miles (+971)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    204,362 miles
    Test number
    461318074875
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Along Floor (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner Arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Meets Lower Hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass203,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    203,391 miles
    Test number
    181561966926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail203,391 miles (+1,705)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,391 miles
    Test number
    629902121958
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass201,686 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    201,686 miles
    Test number
    185255970396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail201,683 miles (+5,726)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,683 miles
    Test number
    761263078161
    • DangerousBrake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear. by fuel tank (1.1.11 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass195,957 miles (+4,294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    195,957 miles
    Test number
    102999098175
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive leaking onto exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass191,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    191,663 miles
    Test number
    521257345068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail191,663 miles (+11,587)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,663 miles
    Test number
    625682489475
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass180,076 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    180,076 miles
    Test number
    303232830875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail180,076 miles (+11,075)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,076 miles
    Test number
    326039416086
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass169,001 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    169,001 miles
    Test number
    956449377763
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight fluid leaks oil & power steering

  17. Fail169,001 miles (+11,449)2 dangerous1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,001 miles
    Test number
    565172074971
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight fluid leaks oil & power steering

  18. Pass157,552 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    157,552 miles
    Test number
    767142074262
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  19. Fail157,552 miles (+10,139)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,552 miles
    Test number
    815992374277
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass147,413 miles (+9,407)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    147,413 miles
    Test number
    405630073299
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear exhaust heatsheild loose

  21. Pass138,006 miles (+6,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    138,006 miles
    Test number
    498938762293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass131,490 miles (+7,463)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    131,490 miles
    Test number
    378071071444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass124,027 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    124,027 miles
    Test number
    383911970258
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail124,027 miles (+4,529)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,027 miles
    Test number
    474731670212
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass119,498 miles (+1,057)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    119,498 miles
    Test number
    980791619260
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass118,441 miles (+5,033)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    118,441 miles
    Test number
    563594408202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass113,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    113,408 miles
    Test number
    274769277162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail113,408 miles (+10,030)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,408 miles
    Test number
    521929677181
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass103,378 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    103,378 miles
    Test number
    313358806207
    • NoteFront registration plate starting to deteriorate

Questions about T687 JWL

Does T687 JWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T687 JWL expired on 27 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T687 JWL?
The MOT on T687 JWL expired on 27 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T687 JWL done?
T687 JWL was recorded at 220,849 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2024, an average of 6,404 miles a year.
Has T687 JWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T687 JWL has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T687 JWL 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 T687 JWL find?
T687 JWL failed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 7 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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