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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T975 DBYMOT history

T975 DBY is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 14 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 191,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2022
Mileage
191,899 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2021
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T975 DBY
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
14 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T975 DBY was last recorded at 191,899 miles on 8 Dec 2021, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,897 miles · 3 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 191,899 miles
  • 2020 – 188,329 miles
  • 2019 – 183,499 miles
  • 2018 – 180,287 miles
  • 2017 – 176,216 miles
  • 2016 – 172,407 miles
  • 2015 – 168,366 miles
  • 2014 – 161,659 miles
  • 2013 – 156,284 miles
  • 2012 – 151,296 miles
  • 2011 – 144,609 miles
  • 2010 – 138,013 miles
  • 2009 – 132,165 miles
  • 2008 – 126,710 miles
  • 2007 – 121,357 miles
  • 2006 – 116,567 miles
  • 2005 – 111,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,899 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Washer jets are weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,899 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    191,899 miles
    Test number
    170295768948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail191,897 miles (+3,568)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,897 miles
    Test number
    364718853315
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass188,329 miles (+4,830)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    188,329 miles
    Test number
    346967284647
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass183,499 miles (+3,212)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    183,499 miles
    Test number
    479366652970
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside outer sill
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass180,287 miles (+4,071)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    180,287 miles
    Test number
    933683516141
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass176,216 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    176,216 miles
    Test number
    672236214944
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake reading low
    • AdvisoryWasher jets are weak

  7. Fail176,216 miles (+3,809)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,216 miles
    Test number
    274667724782
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing lap belt receiver missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are very low
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWasher jets are weak

  8. Pass172,407 miles (+4,041)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    172,407 miles
    Test number
    620806711829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass168,366 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    168,366 miles
    Test number
    445421925143
    • NoteSmall chips front windscreen

  10. Fail168,366 miles (+6,707)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,366 miles
    Test number
    988981525177
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSmall chips front windscreen

  11. Pass161,659 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    161,659 miles
    Test number
    839775504189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail161,659 miles (+5,375)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,659 miles
    Test number
    806395604137
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass156,284 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    156,284 miles
    Test number
    558539213140
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail156,250 miles (+4,954)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,250 miles
    Test number
    919396013144
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass151,296 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    151,296 miles
    Test number
    847559122151
    • NotePlay in n/s+o/s rear drop link arms

  16. Fail151,296 miles (+6,687)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,296 miles
    Test number
    218619222124
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NotePlay in n/s+o/s rear drop link arms

  17. Pass144,609 miles (+6,596)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    144,609 miles
    Test number
    387982031153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay o/s rear drop link arm

  18. Pass138,013 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    138,013 miles
    Test number
    552588110151
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail138,013 miles (+5,848)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,013 miles
    Test number
    102308610142
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass132,165 miles (+5,455)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    132,165 miles
    Test number
    883999629148
    • NotePlay o/s rear drop link arm

  21. Pass126,710 miles (+5,353)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    126,710 miles
    Test number
    791857418169
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass121,357 miles (+4,790)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    121,357 miles
    Test number
    480742137121
    • NoteSlight play in the offside rear bottom ball joint

  23. Pass116,567 miles (+4,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    116,567 miles
    Test number
    271903336163
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass111,602 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    111,602 miles
    Test number
    570111575192
    • NoteAdvise oil leak on gearbox

Questions about T975 DBY

Does T975 DBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T975 DBY expired on 11 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T975 DBY?
The MOT on T975 DBY expired on 11 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T975 DBY done?
T975 DBY was recorded at 191,899 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2021, an average of 4,876 miles a year.
Has T975 DBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T975 DBY has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T975 DBY 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 T975 DBY find?
T975 DBY passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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