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BMW 523

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T990 BNMMOT history

T990 BNM is a red petrol BMW 523 first used on 4 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 178,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2025
Mileage
178,030 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,957 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T990 BNM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T990 BNM was last recorded at 178,030 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 4,480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,550 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,480 miles
Average per year
4,957 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,030 miles
  • 2024 – 173,550 miles
  • 2023 – 166,945 miles
  • 2022 – 158,251 miles
  • 2021 – 148,504 miles
  • 2020 – 145,722 miles
  • 2019 – 139,174 miles
  • 2018 – 136,326 miles
  • 2017 – 132,780 miles
  • 2016 – 125,958 miles
  • 2015 – 124,571 miles
  • 2014 – 111,443 miles
  • 2013 – 111,422 miles
  • 2012 – 103,445 miles
  • 2011 – 97,004 miles
  • 2010 – 95,469 miles
  • 2009 – 92,047 miles
  • 2008 – 89,941 miles
  • 2007 – 86,200 miles
  • 2006 – 81,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail178,030 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine oily

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail178,030 miles (+4,480)2 dangerous17 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,030 miles
    Test number
    348423727208
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass173,550 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    173,550 miles
    Test number
    599897611331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail173,545 miles (+6,600)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,545 miles
    Test number
    273931104640
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starinting to wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass166,945 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    166,945 miles
    Test number
    450505243501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail166,941 miles (+8,690)4 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,941 miles
    Test number
    247378682607
    • 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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass158,251 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    158,251 miles
    Test number
    291176738129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail158,249 miles (+9,745)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,249 miles
    Test number
    375632381547
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass148,504 miles (+2,782)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    148,504 miles
    Test number
    799238961934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass145,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    145,722 miles
    Test number
    529041251793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail145,722 miles (+6,548)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,722 miles
    Test number
    300419189733
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both(aero) (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass139,174 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    139,174 miles
    Test number
    816450396983
    • AdvisoryBoth petrol straps rotting
    • AdvisoryFront D bushes have slight movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front trailing arm bush has slight movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Rear arm dust cover spit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front trailing arm bush has slight movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre perished on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Rear arm dust cover spit
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail139,169 miles (+2,843)2 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,169 miles
    Test number
    270140872243
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Showing cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened Drop link top cover spit (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Showing cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth petrol straps rotting
    • AdvisoryFront D bushes have slight movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front trailing arm bush has slight movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Rear arm dust cover spit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front trailing arm bush has slight movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre perished on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Rear arm dust cover spit
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass136,326 miles (+3,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    136,326 miles
    Test number
    155926677598
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perished and are worn down to legal limit 225/55/16
    • AdvisoryEngine oily

  14. Pass132,780 miles (+48)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    132,780 miles
    Test number
    553299735055
    • AdvisoryEngine oily
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 2mm /2.5mm
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes greased up ??

  15. Fail132,732 miles (+6,774)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,732 miles
    Test number
    258364576585
    • 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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear brake pipe flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine oily
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 2mm /2.5mm
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes greased up ??

  16. Pass125,958 miles (+1,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    125,958 miles
    Test number
    923596306962
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass124,571 miles (+13,128)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    124,571 miles
    Test number
    136942215111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass111,443 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    111,443 miles
    Test number
    268884654474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail111,435 miles (+13)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,435 miles
    Test number
    606670024179
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass111,422 miles (+7,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    111,422 miles
    Test number
    147925613176
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass103,445 miles (+6,441)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    103,445 miles
    Test number
    106457952249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight noise from nearside rear wheel when turned

  22. Pass97,004 miles (+1,535)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    97,004 miles
    Test number
    465087301208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,469 miles (+3,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    95,469 miles
    Test number
    621923420209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass92,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    92,047 miles
    Test number
    483098019248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail92,047 miles (+2,106)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,047 miles
    Test number
    113247619220
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass89,941 miles (+3,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    89,941 miles
    Test number
    430795028277
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass86,200 miles (+5,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    86,200 miles
    Test number
    490538827200
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass81,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    81,041 miles
    Test number
    913840636211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail81,041 miles1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,041 miles
    Test number
    833333976111
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres have small cracks in tread pattern
    • NoteRear differential oil leak

Questions about T990 BNM

Does T990 BNM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T990 BNM expired on 11 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T990 BNM?
The MOT on T990 BNM expired on 11 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T990 BNM done?
T990 BNM was recorded at 178,030 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 4,957 miles a year.
Has T990 BNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T990 BNM has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T990 BNM 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 T990 BNM find?
T990 BNM failed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 17 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; fuel cap/sealing device ineffective, and 20 more.

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