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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T789 PKEMOT history

T789 PKE is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 27 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,929 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
72,929 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T789 PKE
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
27 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T789 PKE was last recorded at 72,929 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 6,641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,288 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,641 miles
Average per year
2,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,929 miles
  • 2025 – 66,288 miles
  • 2024 – 63,597 miles
  • 2023 – 60,569 miles
  • 2021 – 55,826 miles
  • 2020 – 48,803 miles
  • 2019 – 43,317 miles
  • 2018 – 39,545 miles
  • 2017 – 35,920 miles
  • 2016 – 32,384 miles
  • 2015 – 29,098 miles
  • 2014 – 26,444 miles
  • 2013 – 24,806 miles
  • 2012 – 24,479 miles
  • 2011 – 23,555 miles
  • 2010 – 23,066 miles
  • 2009 – 22,290 miles
  • 2008 – 21,305 miles
  • 2007 – 19,600 miles
  • 2006 – 18,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,929 miles
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,929 miles (+6,641)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    72,929 miles
    Test number
    500598293870
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass66,288 miles (+2,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    66,288 miles
    Test number
    337635902028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass63,597 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    63,597 miles
    Test number
    827524455336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to approx 3 mm. worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to approx 3 mm. worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail63,588 miles (+3,019)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,588 miles
    Test number
    637662796420
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to approx 3 mm. worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to approx 3 mm. worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass60,569 miles (+4,743)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    60,569 miles
    Test number
    825339868934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,826 miles (+7,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,826 miles
    Test number
    453538717218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Pass48,803 miles (+5,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    48,803 miles
    Test number
    237642203418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass43,317 miles (+3,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    43,317 miles
    Test number
    749037176583
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Pass39,545 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    39,545 miles
    Test number
    364623616229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,920 miles (+3,536)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    35,920 miles
    Test number
    966808303740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,384 miles (+3,286)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    32,384 miles
    Test number
    920031609732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,098 miles (+2,654)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    29,098 miles
    Test number
    307889665112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,444 miles (+1,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    26,444 miles
    Test number
    568693294105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass24,806 miles (+327)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    24,806 miles
    Test number
    327032813463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,479 miles (+924)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    24,479 miles
    Test number
    547251382108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,555 miles (+489)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,555 miles
    Test number
    645819391187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,066 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    23,066 miles
    Test number
    372103900450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail23,065 miles (+775)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,065 miles
    Test number
    740502100254
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  19. Pass22,290 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    22,290 miles
    Test number
    840294309252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,305 miles (+1,705)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,305 miles
    Test number
    862380698147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,600 miles (+1,157)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,600 miles
    Test number
    982429627007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,443 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    18,443 miles
    Test number
    394724726028
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perishing on outer wall

Questions about T789 PKE

Does T789 PKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T789 PKE is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T789 PKE?
The MOT on T789 PKE is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T789 PKE done?
T789 PKE was recorded at 72,929 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 2,676 miles a year.
Has T789 PKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T789 PKE has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T789 PKE 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 T789 PKE find?
T789 PKE passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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