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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

485 BWPMOT history

485 BWP is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 14 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 249,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

485 BWP black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
249,495 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
14,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
485 BWP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

485 BWP was last recorded at 249,495 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 10,682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
238,813 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
10,682 miles
Average per year
14,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 249,495 miles
  • 2024 – 238,813 miles
  • 2022 – 217,382 miles
  • 2021 – 198,557 miles
  • 2020 – 192,068 miles
  • 2019 – 181,619 miles
  • 2018 – 166,972 miles
  • 2017 – 147,051 miles
  • 2016 – 129,135 miles
  • 2015 – 129,036 miles
  • 2014 – 76,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass249,495 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAll rear diff mount bushes worn/splitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement (1.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts in tyre and glass cut into tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts in tyre and stone cut into tread. inner edge of tread low (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass249,495 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    249,495 miles
    Test number
    222452014477
    • AdvisoryAll rear diff mount bushes worn/split
    • AdvisoryBrake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement (1.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts in tyre and glass cut into tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts in tyre and stone cut into tread. inner edge of tread low (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail249,495 miles (+10,682)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,495 miles
    Test number
    724653234084
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear diff mount bushes worn/split
    • AdvisoryBrake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement (1.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts in tyre and glass cut into tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts in tyre and stone cut into tread. inner edge of tread low (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass238,813 miles (+8,310)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    238,813 miles
    Test number
    281178758658
    • AdvisoryAll rear diff mount bushes worn/split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass230,503 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    230,503 miles
    Test number
    783763831695
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff mounts worn all three

  5. Fail230,503 miles (+13,121)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,503 miles
    Test number
    630403644392
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff mounts worn all three

  6. Pass217,382 miles (+10,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    217,382 miles
    Test number
    485729225262
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass206,713 miles (+8,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    206,713 miles
    Test number
    996110794835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also wearing on outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass198,557 miles (+6,489)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    198,557 miles
    Test number
    188870613710
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass192,068 miles (+10,449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    192,068 miles
    Test number
    996705672591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass181,619 miles (+14,647)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    181,619 miles
    Test number
    875277980034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.48mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outer edge and wearing uneven on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.21mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass166,972 miles (+19,921)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    166,972 miles
    Test number
    395536538708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

  12. Pass147,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    147,051 miles
    Test number
    547985554923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail147,051 miles (+17,916)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,051 miles
    Test number
    602397338030
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass129,135 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    129,135 miles
    Test number
    162438399838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail129,036 miles (+26,491)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,036 miles
    Test number
    188602123870
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint OUTER BALL JOINT WORN OUT (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint OUTER BALL JOINT WORN OUT (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass102,545 miles (+25,611)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    102,545 miles
    Test number
    108382505468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,934 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,934 miles
    Test number
    999657204001
    • 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)

Questions about 485 BWP

What vehicle is registration 485 BWP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 485 BWP on a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 14 Jan 2011. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 485 BWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 485 BWP is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on 485 BWP?
The MOT on 485 BWP is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 485 BWP done?
485 BWP was recorded at 249,495 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 14,364 miles a year.
Has 485 BWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 485 BWP has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on 485 BWP 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 485 BWP find?
485 BWP passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: all rear diff mount bushes worn/split; brake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts in tyre and glass cut into tread, and 2 more.

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