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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

V667 DBLMOT history

V667 DBL is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 192,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2023
Mileage
192,352 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2022
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,326 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V667 DBL
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
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V667 DBL was last recorded at 192,352 miles on 7 Dec 2022, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,305 miles · 13 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
7,326 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 192,352 miles
  • 2021 – 185,990 miles
  • 2020 – 180,356 miles
  • 2019 – 177,400 miles
  • 2018 – 173,114 miles
  • 2017 – 162,868 miles
  • 2016 – 150,968 miles
  • 2015 – 137,237 miles
  • 2014 – 125,413 miles
  • 2013 – 115,667 miles
  • 2012 – 113,106 miles
  • 2011 – 111,645 miles
  • 2010 – 98,443 miles
  • 2009 – 92,572 miles
  • 2008 – 84,632 miles
  • 2007 – 72,259 miles
  • 2006 – 68,928 miles
  • 2005 – 66,136 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,352 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,352 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    192,352 miles
    Test number
    731472714479
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail192,305 miles (+6,315)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,305 miles
    Test number
    277290079612
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  3. Pass185,990 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    185,990 miles
    Test number
    422949046507
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox and Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hand brake needs adjustment
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail185,987 miles (+5,631)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,987 miles
    Test number
    425503337561
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Both sides (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox and Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hand brake needs adjustment
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass180,356 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    180,356 miles
    Test number
    325717760468
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail180,356 miles (+2,956)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,356 miles
    Test number
    246811222749
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass177,400 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    177,400 miles
    Test number
    284941574099
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes above rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail177,399 miles (+4,285)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,399 miles
    Test number
    991877909991
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes above rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass173,114 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    173,114 miles
    Test number
    324327420401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail173,113 miles (+10,245)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,113 miles
    Test number
    528775391476
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront o/s & n/s worn on inner & outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass162,868 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    162,868 miles
    Test number
    759974695261
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly worn on edges
  12. Fail162,865 miles (+11,897)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,865 miles
    Test number
    177820098161
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly worn on edges
  13. Pass150,968 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    150,968 miles
    Test number
    958763384009
    • DangerousDiff leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  14. Fail150,968 miles (+13,731)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,968 miles
    Test number
    924906958277
    • DangerousDiff leaking
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass137,237 miles (+11,824)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    137,237 miles
    Test number
    935152647352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass125,413 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    125,413 miles
    Test number
    789948254244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  17. Fail125,413 miles (+9,746)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,413 miles
    Test number
    737073454239
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  18. Pass115,667 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    115,667 miles
    Test number
    556086443245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail115,667 miles (+2,561)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,667 miles
    Test number
    477726243239
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass113,106 miles (+1,461)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    113,106 miles
    Test number
    808388252286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass111,645 miles (+13,202)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    111,645 miles
    Test number
    875851171252
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff
  22. Pass98,443 miles (+5,871)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    98,443 miles
    Test number
    340467940276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass92,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    92,572 miles
    Test number
    600213859293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail92,561 miles (+7,929)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,561 miles
    Test number
    433873959201
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass84,632 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    84,632 miles
    Test number
    380836258485
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear number plate water damaged
  26. Fail84,632 miles (+12,373)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,632 miles
    Test number
    292075558256
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear number plate water damaged
  27. Pass72,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    72,259 miles
    Test number
    771606857201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail72,259 miles (+3,331)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,259 miles
    Test number
    961353457247
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  29. Pass68,928 miles (+2,792)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    68,928 miles
    Test number
    340549256486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass66,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    66,136 miles
    Test number
    703667355288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V667 DBL

Does V667 DBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V667 DBL expired on 6 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V667 DBL?
The MOT on V667 DBL expired on 6 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V667 DBL done?
V667 DBL was recorded at 192,352 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2022, an average of 7,326 miles a year.
Has V667 DBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V667 DBL has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on V667 DBL 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 V667 DBL find?
V667 DBL passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2022 with 2 advisories: offside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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