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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

C8 TYVMOT history

C8 TYV is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 21 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 212,169 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
212,169 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 TYV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 TYV was last recorded at 212,169 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,141 miles · 23 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
8,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,169 miles
  • 2025 – 200,811 miles
  • 2024 – 187,655 miles
  • 2023 – 181,775 miles
  • 2022 – 175,722 miles
  • 2021 – 172,265 miles
  • 2020 – 161,905 miles
  • 2018 – 148,201 miles
  • 2017 – 141,059 miles
  • 2016 – 133,033 miles
  • 2015 – 125,584 miles
  • 2014 – 115,535 miles
  • 2013 – 103,983 miles
  • 2012 – 94,289 miles
  • 2011 – 88,142 miles
  • 2010 – 79,152 miles
  • 2009 – 71,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,169 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed insecure (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner headlamp bracket brokenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,169 miles (+28)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    212,169 miles
    Test number
    153697373518
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed insecure (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner headlamp bracket broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail212,141 miles (+11,330)8 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,141 miles
    Test number
    712034751161
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both arms (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear joint on the hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front inner bushes on both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed insecure (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner headlamp bracket broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass200,811 miles (+13,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    200,811 miles
    Test number
    629546344674
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass187,655 miles (+93)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    187,655 miles
    Test number
    208386777703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail187,562 miles (+5,787)3 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,562 miles
    Test number
    374134221632
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall multiple tears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted Rubbing on road wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Rubbing on brake hose (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass181,775 miles (+6,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    181,775 miles
    Test number
    365800355458
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass175,722 miles (+3,457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    175,722 miles
    Test number
    366912197040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass172,265 miles (+10,360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    172,265 miles
    Test number
    389505735467
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass161,905 miles (+13,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    161,905 miles
    Test number
    458385993561
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass148,201 miles (+7,142)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    148,201 miles
    Test number
    185552144791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass141,059 miles (+8,026)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    141,059 miles
    Test number
    237363311454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass133,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    133,033 miles
    Test number
    925244708018
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low

  13. Fail133,033 miles (+7,449)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,033 miles
    Test number
    889452072564
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass125,584 miles (+10,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    125,584 miles
    Test number
    162162663247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Pass115,535 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    115,535 miles
    Test number
    235542454282
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Fail115,535 miles (+11,552)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,535 miles
    Test number
    746142454241
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass103,983 miles (+9,694)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    103,983 miles
    Test number
    629226953266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass94,289 miles (+6,147)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    94,289 miles
    Test number
    799587852279
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteNearside front brake low warning wire not fitted into brake pad

  19. Pass88,142 miles (+8,990)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    88,142 miles
    Test number
    839867851298
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre bald inner edge

  20. Pass79,152 miles (+7,563)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    79,152 miles
    Test number
    901337250291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    71,589 miles
    Test number
    221974629336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,588 miles1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,588 miles
    Test number
    724474429319
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about C8 TYV

Does C8 TYV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 TYV is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 TYV?
The MOT on C8 TYV is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 TYV done?
C8 TYV was recorded at 212,169 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 8,336 miles a year.
Has C8 TYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 TYV has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 TYV 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 C8 TYV find?
C8 TYV passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; nearside front brake hose slightly chafed insecure; nearside front electrical wiring inadequately secured, and 2 more.

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