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BMW 523

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

V57 JTXMOT history

V57 JTX is a green petrol BMW 523 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 123,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2026
Mileage
123,082 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V57 JTX
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V57 JTX was last recorded at 123,082 miles on 26 Jun 2025, 108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,974 miles · 24 May 2024
Between the last two tests
108 miles
Average per year
5,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,082 miles
  • 2024 – 122,974 miles
  • 2022 – 122,885 miles
  • 2020 – 122,879 miles
  • 2019 – 113,759 miles
  • 2018 – 100,853 miles
  • 2017 – 80,715 miles
  • 2016 – 62,054 miles
  • 2015 – 59,426 miles
  • 2014 – 49,921 miles
  • 2013 – 42,967 miles
  • 2012 – 38,726 miles
  • 2011 – 37,107 miles
  • 2009 – 32,962 miles
  • 2008 – 28,054 miles
  • 2007 – 22,749 miles
  • 2006 – 16,900 miles
  • 2005 – 11,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,082 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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Petrol pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Headlamp insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,082 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    123,082 miles
    Test number
    490111086314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass122,974 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,974 miles
    Test number
    686063324561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail122,972 miles (+87)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,972 miles
    Test number
    197571938031
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  4. Pass122,885 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    122,885 miles
    Test number
    393118301542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail122,885 miles (+6)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,885 miles
    Test number
    406218102581
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass122,879 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    122,879 miles
    Test number
    675415206121
    • AdvisoryPetrol pipes corroded

  7. Fail122,866 miles (+9,107)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,866 miles
    Test number
    973070576622
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to n/s/r flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to o/s/r flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPetrol pipes corroded

  8. Pass113,759 miles (+12,906)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    113,759 miles
    Test number
    746404148000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass100,853 miles (+20,138)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    100,853 miles
    Test number
    253634371211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,715 miles (+18,661)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    80,715 miles
    Test number
    532273809090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,054 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    62,054 miles
    Test number
    637770532189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail62,021 miles (+2,595)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,021 miles
    Test number
    387851489216
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass59,426 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,426 miles
    Test number
    987901035028
    • NoteCentre stop lamp notworking
    • NoteDamaged to n/s outer body sill
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteN/s head lamp aim on top limit,o/s on bottom limit

  14. Fail59,426 miles (+9,505)3 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,426 miles
    Test number
    435731335080
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteAdvanced wear to o/s/r suspension,rear top arm outer ball joint
    • NoteCentre stop lamp notworking
    • NoteDamaged to n/s outer body sill
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteN/s head lamp aim on top limit,o/s on bottom limit

  15. Pass49,921 miles (+6,954)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    49,921 miles
    Test number
    975702134039
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass42,967 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    42,967 miles
    Test number
    185046613044
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail42,965 miles (+4,239)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,965 miles
    Test number
    349895513014
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass38,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    38,726 miles
    Test number
    245399202046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,721 miles (+1,614)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,721 miles
    Test number
    429779002059
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  20. Pass37,107 miles (+4,145)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,107 miles
    Test number
    515478911007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll brake discs are slightly corrorded
    • NoteBrake pad wear warning light is on

  21. Pass32,962 miles (+16)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    32,962 miles
    Test number
    600613529398
    • NoteUnable to check front wheel bolts hub caps fitted

  22. Fail32,946 miles (+4,892)2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,946 miles
    Test number
    212452729341
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteUnable to check front wheel bolts hub caps fitted

  23. Pass28,054 miles (+5,305)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,054 miles
    Test number
    824293828301
    • NoteAll 4 TYRE valves cracked
    • NoteNear side rear tyre wall cracked

  24. Pass22,749 miles (+46)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    22,749 miles
    Test number
    274653627392
    • NoteOff side rear suspension joint boot split

  25. Fail22,703 miles (+5,803)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,703 miles
    Test number
    983449617302
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • NoteOff side rear suspension joint boot split

  26. Pass16,900 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,900 miles
    Test number
    284286126393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail16,849 miles (+5,483)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,849 miles
    Test number
    244670126390
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre wall cracked
    • NoteSlight cracking to both front tyre walls

  28. Pass11,366 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    11,366 miles
    Test number
    742150825387
    • NoteOff side rear tyre wall cracked

Questions about V57 JTX

Does V57 JTX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V57 JTX expired on 25 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V57 JTX?
The MOT on V57 JTX expired on 25 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V57 JTX done?
V57 JTX was recorded at 123,082 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2025, an average of 5,697 miles a year.
Has V57 JTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V57 JTX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2024.
Has the mileage on V57 JTX 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 V57 JTX find?
V57 JTX passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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