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BMW 523

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,497 cc

V7 NJYMOT history

V7 NJY is a black petrol BMW 523 first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 94,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

V7 NJY black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
94,852 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 NJY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 NJY was last recorded at 94,852 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,809 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
3,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,852 miles
  • 2024 – 88,914 miles
  • 2023 – 85,554 miles
  • 2022 – 80,779 miles
  • 2021 – 74,641 miles
  • 2019 – 68,978 miles
  • 2018 – 66,737 miles
  • 2017 – 63,987 miles
  • 2016 – 61,046 miles
  • 2015 – 58,856 miles
  • 2014 – 55,048 miles
  • 2013 – 52,341 miles
  • 2012 – 49,434 miles
  • 2011 – 46,514 miles
  • 2010 – 42,183 miles
  • 2009 – 38,134 miles
  • 2008 – 33,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,852 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lightsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,852 miles (+43)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    94,852 miles
    Test number
    644756331676
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  2. Fail94,809 miles (+5,895)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,809 miles
    Test number
    687113923235
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass88,914 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    88,914 miles
    Test number
    493356927084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail88,914 miles (+3,360)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,914 miles
    Test number
    487022742088
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass85,554 miles (+1,846)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,554 miles
    Test number
    435235825030
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass83,708 miles (+2,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    83,708 miles
    Test number
    702220930670
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass80,779 miles (+6,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    80,779 miles
    Test number
    175619188408
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass74,641 miles (+5,663)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,641 miles
    Test number
    105545976286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,978 miles (+2,241)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,978 miles
    Test number
    914861647806
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Outer lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot full, unable to inspect fully
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low and cracking within tread (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass66,737 miles (+2,750)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,737 miles
    Test number
    642478693630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    63,987 miles
    Test number
    567686926849
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn low on shoulders replace asap

  12. Fail63,987 miles (+2,941)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,987 miles
    Test number
    654591457383
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn low on shoulders replace asap

  13. Pass61,046 miles (+2,190)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    61,046 miles
    Test number
    770556528627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,856 miles (+3,808)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,856 miles
    Test number
    299306605253
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass55,048 miles (+2,707)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    55,048 miles
    Test number
    648337204201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,341 miles (+2,907)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,341 miles
    Test number
    728161513217
    • NoteFront brake disc's worn low

  17. Pass49,434 miles (+2,920)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,434 miles
    Test number
    578149802233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,514 miles (+4,331)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    46,514 miles
    Test number
    925269001239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,183 miles (+4,049)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,183 miles
    Test number
    501580810295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,134 miles (+4,361)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,134 miles
    Test number
    921601319200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,773 miles
    Test number
    391315348245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 NJY

Does V7 NJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 NJY is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V7 NJY?
The MOT on V7 NJY is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 NJY done?
V7 NJY was recorded at 94,852 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 3,555 miles a year.
Has V7 NJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 NJY has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on V7 NJY 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 V7 NJY find?
V7 NJY passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes; items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked with chalk, and 5 more.

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