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BMW 523

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,993 cc

V718 FBYMOT history

V718 FBY is a black petrol BMW 523 first used on 4 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 59,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2024
Mileage
59,976 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,345 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V718 FBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V718 FBY was last recorded at 59,976 miles on 13 Jun 2024, 1,508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,468 miles · 17 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,508 miles
Average per year
2,345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 59,976 miles
  • 2023 – 58,468 miles
  • 2022 – 58,432 miles
  • 2020 – 54,903 miles
  • 2019 – 51,969 miles
  • 2017 – 44,738 miles
  • 2016 – 40,690 miles
  • 2015 – 37,313 miles
  • 2014 – 33,687 miles
  • 2013 – 31,510 miles
  • 2012 – 29,232 miles
  • 2011 – 27,553 miles
  • 2010 – 25,368 miles
  • 2009 – 23,477 miles
  • 2008 – 21,645 miles
  • 2007 – 19,946 miles
  • 2006 – 18,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail59,976 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Lower Oil leaking continuously from transmission posing a serious risk to road safety oil cooler radiator (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre also close to legal limit

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail59,976 miles (+1,508)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,976 miles
    Test number
    874072861058
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Oil leaking continuously from transmission posing a serious risk to road safety oil cooler radiator (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre also close to legal limit

  2. Pass58,468 miles (+36)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    58,468 miles
    Test number
    227864126464
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass58,432 miles (+3,529)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    58,432 miles
    Test number
    851657604789
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass54,903 miles (+2,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    54,903 miles
    Test number
    265547118511
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper shock absorber dust cover worn perished

  5. Pass51,969 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    51,969 miles
    Test number
    489592419753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    261402716584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    881159735889
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass44,738 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    44,738 miles
    Test number
    706152940600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail44,736 miles (+4,046)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,736 miles
    Test number
    269002357628
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  10. Pass40,690 miles (+3,377)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    40,690 miles
    Test number
    915679337240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,313 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    37,313 miles
    Test number
    199485895176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail37,312 miles (+3,625)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,312 miles
    Test number
    687184095152
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass33,687 miles (+2,177)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    33,687 miles
    Test number
    465519994170
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished on outer tread
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slightly perished on outer sidewall

  14. Pass31,510 miles (+2,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    31,510 miles
    Test number
    746653593112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass29,232 miles (+1,679)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    29,232 miles
    Test number
    265406112252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,553 miles (+2,185)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    27,553 miles
    Test number
    489775411260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,368 miles (+1,891)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    25,368 miles
    Test number
    290707390458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,477 miles (+1,832)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    23,477 miles
    Test number
    373305419250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    21,645 miles
    Test number
    950100918258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail21,645 miles (+1,699)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,645 miles
    Test number
    793937608299
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass19,946 miles (+1,808)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    19,946 miles
    Test number
    372224817428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    18,138 miles
    Test number
    961183726256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V718 FBY

Does V718 FBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V718 FBY expired on 16 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V718 FBY?
The MOT on V718 FBY expired on 16 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V718 FBY done?
V718 FBY was recorded at 59,976 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2024, an average of 2,345 miles a year.
Has V718 FBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V718 FBY has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on V718 FBY 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 V718 FBY find?
V718 FBY failed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front lower oil leaking continuously from transmission posing a serious risk to road safety oil cooler radiator; nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 3 more.

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