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BMW 523

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

V735 LGPMOT history

V735 LGP is a blue petrol BMW 523 first used on 19 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 193,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
193,748 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V735 LGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
19 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V735 LGP was last recorded at 193,748 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,745 miles · 23 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,748 miles
  • 2025 – 193,714 miles
  • 2023 – 193,682 miles
  • 2022 – 193,558 miles
  • 2021 – 192,287 miles
  • 2020 – 186,160 miles
  • 2019 – 175,706 miles
  • 2018 – 164,007 miles
  • 2017 – 152,477 miles
  • 2016 – 141,201 miles
  • 2015 – 128,715 miles
  • 2014 – 119,889 miles
  • 2013 – 110,979 miles
  • 2012 – 102,190 miles
  • 2011 – 89,578 miles
  • 2010 – 86,033 miles
  • 2009 – 83,617 miles
  • 2008 – 81,247 miles
  • 2007 – 76,870 miles
  • 2006 – 61,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,748 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sills slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,748 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    193,748 miles
    Test number
    476649856504
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sills slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail193,745 miles (+31)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,745 miles
    Test number
    355306414829
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sills slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass193,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    193,714 miles
    Test number
    673673565871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail193,714 miles (+32)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,714 miles
    Test number
    967182441145
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass193,682 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    193,682 miles
    Test number
    758497834405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass193,558 miles (+1,271)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    193,558 miles
    Test number
    318621945377
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass192,287 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    192,287 miles
    Test number
    852015099580
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail192,278 miles (+6,118)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,278 miles
    Test number
    233025491638
    • DangerousFront Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective Faded lens (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split gaiter (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass186,160 miles (+10,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    186,160 miles
    Test number
    163215573320
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass175,706 miles (+11,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    175,706 miles
    Test number
    901985671635
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass164,007 miles (+11,530)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    164,007 miles
    Test number
    932675738620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight play in rose bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass152,477 miles (+11,276)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    152,477 miles
    Test number
    227400785395
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower slight play in rose bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower slight play in rose bush
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass141,201 miles (+12,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    141,201 miles
    Test number
    128980635037
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/r lower rose bush
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s/r rose bush

  14. Pass128,715 miles (+8,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    128,715 miles
    Test number
    900086738443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass119,889 miles (+8,910)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    119,889 miles
    Test number
    117849654254
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in n/s/r suspnsion

  16. Pass110,979 miles (+8,789)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    110,979 miles
    Test number
    976915853267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,190 miles (+6,217)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    102,190 miles
    Test number
    838756682247
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear number plate poor

  18. Pass95,973 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    95,973 miles
    Test number
    356333652046
    • NoteUndertrays preventing full inspection

  19. Fail95,973 miles (+6,395)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,973 miles
    Test number
    196352252041
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUndertrays preventing full inspection

  20. Pass89,578 miles (+3,545)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    89,578 miles
    Test number
    449466251001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCondensation in o/s/f headlamp glass req's attention.
    • NoteRear tyres worn 2mm.

  21. Pass86,033 miles (+2,416)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    86,033 miles
    Test number
    520174360057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,617 miles (+2,370)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    83,617 miles
    Test number
    864673569077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,247 miles (+4,377)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    81,247 miles
    Test number
    912544768091
    • NoteSuspect front brakes pads wearing low.

  24. Pass76,870 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    76,870 miles
    Test number
    344846977086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail76,750 miles (+14,759)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,750 miles
    Test number
    130478667042
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  26. Pass61,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    61,991 miles
    Test number
    460180166040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V735 LGP

Does V735 LGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V735 LGP is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V735 LGP?
The MOT on V735 LGP is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V735 LGP done?
V735 LGP was recorded at 193,748 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 6,561 miles a year.
Has V735 LGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V735 LGP has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V735 LGP 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 V735 LGP find?
V735 LGP passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: coil spring corroded both sides rear; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sills slightly corroded; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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