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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T922 STAMOT history

T922 STA is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,709 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
125,709 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T922 STA
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
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T922 STA was last recorded at 125,709 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,532 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
177 miles
Average per year
2,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,709 miles
  • 2025 – 125,532 miles
  • 2020 – 124,578 miles
  • 2019 – 121,496 miles
  • 2018 – 115,663 miles
  • 2016 – 111,036 miles
  • 2015 – 107,215 miles
  • 2014 – 100,890 miles
  • 2012 – 94,946 miles
  • 2010 – 85,942 miles
  • 2008 – 76,219 miles
  • 2006 – 68,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,709 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4x (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • CAN NOT SEE PADS FRONT OR REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,709 miles (+177)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    125,709 miles
    Test number
    149159463358
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4x (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass125,532 miles (+954)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    125,532 miles
    Test number
    948454982346
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass124,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    124,578 miles
    Test number
    190936544065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail124,578 miles (+3,082)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,578 miles
    Test number
    765854982806
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2020
    Odometer
    121,496 miles
    Test number
    907920408258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail121,496 miles (+5,833)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,496 miles
    Test number
    661633379013
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  7. Pass115,663 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    115,663 miles
    Test number
    350277725701
    • AdvisoryCAN NOT SEE PADS FRONT OR REAR
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail115,663 miles (+4,627)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,663 miles
    Test number
    750570268839
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCAN NOT SEE PADS FRONT OR REAR
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass111,036 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,036 miles
    Test number
    284613064488
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  10. Fail111,036 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,036 miles
    Test number
    278382097600
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  11. Fail111,036 miles (+3,821)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,036 miles
    Test number
    759821945796
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  12. Pass107,215 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    107,215 miles
    Test number
    528697625134
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSteering rack gaiter damp

  13. Fail107,215 miles (+6,325)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,215 miles
    Test number
    437417325143
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSteering rack gaiter damp

  14. Pass100,890 miles (+5,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    100,890 miles
    Test number
    337614314114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass94,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,946 miles
    Test number
    328284942130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail94,946 miles (+9,004)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,946 miles
    Test number
    699304842113
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass85,942 miles (+9,723)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    85,942 miles
    Test number
    822843600117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    76,219 miles
    Test number
    910975608131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,216 miles (+8,128)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,216 miles
    Test number
    553175008143
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  20. Pass68,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    68,088 miles
    Test number
    182619496286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T922 STA

Does T922 STA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T922 STA is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T922 STA?
The MOT on T922 STA is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T922 STA done?
T922 STA was recorded at 125,709 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 2,911 miles a year.
Has T922 STA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T922 STA has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on T922 STA 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 T922 STA find?
T922 STA passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 5 more.

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