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BMW 523

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T933 MDAMOT history

T933 MDA is a green petrol BMW 523 first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 103,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2026
Mileage
103,857 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T933 MDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T933 MDA was last recorded at 103,857 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 7,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,833 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,024 miles
Average per year
3,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,857 miles
  • 2025 – 96,833 miles
  • 2023 – 84,975 miles
  • 2022 – 83,882 miles
  • 2021 – 83,401 miles
  • 2020 – 81,898 miles
  • 2019 – 79,775 miles
  • 2018 – 76,374 miles
  • 2017 – 72,623 miles
  • 2016 – 68,579 miles
  • 2015 – 64,938 miles
  • 2014 – 60,780 miles
  • 2013 – 56,307 miles
  • 2012 – 52,342 miles
  • 2011 – 48,761 miles
  • 2010 – 44,890 miles
  • 2009 – 42,849 miles
  • 2008 – 40,358 miles
  • 2007 – 39,145 miles
  • 2006 – 35,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,857 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail103,857 miles (+7,024)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,857 miles
    Test number
    154262834171
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass96,833 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    96,833 miles
    Test number
    554830544486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail96,833 miles (+11,858)4 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,833 miles
    Test number
    835345518532
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass84,975 miles (+1,093)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    84,975 miles
    Test number
    386235068041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,882 miles (+481)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    83,882 miles
    Test number
    229840261004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,401 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    83,401 miles
    Test number
    532459438382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,898 miles (+2,123)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    81,898 miles
    Test number
    929221863453
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass79,775 miles (+3,401)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,775 miles
    Test number
    227238048918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,374 miles (+3,751)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    76,374 miles
    Test number
    734322965292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,623 miles (+4,044)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    72,623 miles
    Test number
    319467020844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,579 miles (+3,641)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    68,579 miles
    Test number
    951992659276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,938 miles (+4,158)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    64,938 miles
    Test number
    231348740929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,780 miles (+4,473)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    60,780 miles
    Test number
    467748524450
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass56,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    56,307 miles
    Test number
    437319923481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,307 miles (+3,965)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,307 miles
    Test number
    726259823389
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  16. Pass52,342 miles (+3,581)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    52,342 miles
    Test number
    947061232310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,761 miles (+772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    48,761 miles
    Test number
    925741341314
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass47,989 miles (+3,099)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    47,989 miles
    Test number
    639937381199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,890 miles (+2,041)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    44,890 miles
    Test number
    263769770124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,849 miles (+2,491)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    42,849 miles
    Test number
    363999989146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,358 miles (+1,213)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,358 miles
    Test number
    243146488444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,145 miles (+3,277)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    39,145 miles
    Test number
    954459177122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,868 miles
    Test number
    683497676181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T933 MDA

Does T933 MDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T933 MDA expired on 2 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T933 MDA?
The MOT on T933 MDA expired on 2 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T933 MDA done?
T933 MDA was recorded at 103,857 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 3,365 miles a year.
Has T933 MDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T933 MDA has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T933 MDA 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 T933 MDA find?
T933 MDA failed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; offside rear coil spring fractured or broken, and 7 more.

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