No, X226 BEF is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for X226 BEF?

The MOT for X226 BEF is valid and due for renewal on or before 24 March 2017.

What is the recorded mileage of X226 BEF?

The recorded mileage for X226 BEF is 122,641 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is X226 BEF ULEZ compliant?

No, X226 BEF does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2001 BMW 523 2.5L Petrol · X226 BEF

X226 BEF

2001 BMW 523 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2001. Recorded mileage 122,641 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: BMW 523
Year / Origin: 2001 · Export Allocation
MOT Status: Valid until 24/03/2017
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 122,641 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 24/03/2017

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 122,641 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2001
Engine: 2494cc

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X226 BEF Key Findings

13 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/03/2016
122,641 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! No MOT history found

! Older vehicle

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X226 BEF Mileage History

12/12/200543,597 mi
01/12/200650,881 mi+7,284 mi
22/11/200758,090 mi+7,209 mi
27/11/200864,233 mi+6,143 mi
06/01/201073,291 mi+9,058 mi
25/03/201181,975 mi+8,684 mi
09/03/201287,236 mi+5,261 mi
09/03/201287,236 mi
18/03/201396,028 mi+8,792 mi
19/03/2014107,042 mi+11,014 mi
10/03/2015117,377 mi+10,335 mi
11/03/2016122,641 mi+5,264 mi
14/03/2016122,641 mi

Average of roughly 7,709 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.

X226 BEF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 15:59

MOT Analysis

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13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 BMW 523 (X226 BEF) between December 2005 and March 2016.

The record contains 11 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 14 March 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”; “Offside Rear Braking system leaking metal brake pipe ”; “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B”.

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