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BMW 523

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

V722 ETFMOT history

V722 ETF is a black petrol BMW 523 first used on 6 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 185,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2024
Mileage
185,256 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2023
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V722 ETF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V722 ETF was last recorded at 185,256 miles on 12 Sept 2023, 10,246 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2017.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Nov 2014: 156,975 miles, lower than 162,647 miles on 4 Sept 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
175,010 miles · 6 Apr 2017
Between the last two tests
10,246 miles
Average per year
4,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 185,256 miles
  • 2017 – 175,010 miles
  • 2015 – 171,010 miles
  • 2014 – 156,975 miles
  • 2013 – 162,647 miles
  • 2011 – 157,652 miles
  • 2010 – 149,933 miles
  • 2009 – 144,230 miles
  • 2007 – 132,064 miles
  • 2006 – 118,423 miles
  • 2005 – 105,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,256 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    185,256 miles
    Test number
    626086128889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    927580854842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    531932557712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    928777271431
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    337759910518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass175,010 miles (+4,000)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    175,010 miles
    Test number
    480231071170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  7. Pass171,010 miles (+14,035)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    171,010 miles
    Test number
    941449979222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass156,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    156,975 miles
    Test number
    197278114367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail156,975 miles (-5,672)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,975 miles
    Test number
    996518114365
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  10. Fail162,647 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,647 miles
    Test number
    659247543245
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)
  11. Pass162,647 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    162,647 miles
    Test number
    836807943277
    • 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)
  12. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    286988942213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass157,652 miles (+7,719)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    157,652 miles
    Test number
    457500811225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass149,933 miles (+5,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    149,933 miles
    Test number
    860365760102
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass144,230 miles (+12,166)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    144,230 miles
    Test number
    131785509067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass132,064 miles (+13,641)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    132,064 miles
    Test number
    961641747377
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass118,423 miles (+13,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    118,423 miles
    Test number
    102551666352
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass105,330 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    105,330 miles
    Test number
    391987455344
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about V722 ETF

Does V722 ETF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V722 ETF expired on 11 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V722 ETF?
The MOT on V722 ETF expired on 11 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V722 ETF done?
V722 ETF was recorded at 185,256 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2023, an average of 4,511 miles a year.
Has V722 ETF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V722 ETF has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2014.
Has the mileage on V722 ETF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V722 ETF find?
V722 ETF passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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