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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

ASK 871MOT history

ASK 871 is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 19 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 136,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

ASK 871 white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
136,218 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ASK 871
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

ASK 871 was last recorded at 136,218 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 10,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,127 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,091 miles
Average per year
8,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,218 miles
  • 2025 – 126,127 miles
  • 2024 – 115,735 miles
  • 2023 – 108,899 miles
  • 2022 – 98,718 miles
  • 2021 – 89,180 miles
  • 2020 – 80,799 miles
  • 2019 – 73,197 miles
  • 2018 – 65,916 miles
  • 2017 – 57,039 miles
  • 2016 – 50,605 miles
  • 2015 – 40,344 miles
  • 2014 – 28,717 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,218 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Steering lock not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 25 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,218 miles (+10,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    136,218 miles
    Test number
    138985685205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass126,127 miles (+10,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    126,127 miles
    Test number
    445546917869
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  3. Pass115,735 miles (+6,836)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,735 miles
    Test number
    677214415315
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  4. Pass108,899 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    108,899 miles
    Test number
    379999004749
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  5. Fail108,897 miles (+10,179)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,897 miles
    Test number
    607261680112
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass98,718 miles (+9,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    98,718 miles
    Test number
    769978304939
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Pass89,180 miles (+8,381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    89,180 miles
    Test number
    765586398049
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test dash cam
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass80,799 miles (+7,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    80,799 miles
    Test number
    641469872414
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Pass73,197 miles (+7,281)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,197 miles
    Test number
    339522882626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,916 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    65,916 miles
    Test number
    624912878834
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F brake back plate is missing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F Brake back plate is missing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components.

  11. Fail65,916 miles (+8,877)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,916 miles
    Test number
    839667683473
    • MajorOffside Front Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F brake back plate is missing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components.

  12. Pass57,039 miles (+6,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    57,039 miles
    Test number
    234576409615
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres scrubing out on outer edge
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyrea (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass50,605 miles (+10,261)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    50,605 miles
    Test number
    397971439945
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass40,344 miles (+11,627)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    40,344 miles
    Test number
    899284325255
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass28,717 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    28,717 miles
    Test number
    155997534251
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about ASK 871

What vehicle is registration ASK 871 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ASK 871 on a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 19 Nov 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 ASK 871 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ASK 871 is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on ASK 871?
The MOT on ASK 871 is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ASK 871 done?
ASK 871 was recorded at 136,218 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 8,952 miles a year.
Has ASK 871 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ASK 871 has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on ASK 871 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 ASK 871 find?
ASK 871 passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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