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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

D1 SPFMOT history

D1 SPF is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 28 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 115,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
115,420 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D1 SPF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

D1 SPF was last recorded at 115,420 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 3,157 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,263 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,157 miles
Average per year
6,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,420 miles
  • 2025 – 112,263 miles
  • 2024 – 109,372 miles
  • 2023 – 108,890 miles
  • 2022 – 105,218 miles
  • 2021 – 99,729 miles
  • 2020 – 93,566 miles
  • 2019 – 86,685 miles
  • 2018 – 79,088 miles
  • 2017 – 72,589 miles
  • 2016 – 65,525 miles
  • 2015 – 52,929 miles
  • 2014 – 51,633 miles
  • 2013 – 39,406 miles
  • 2012 – 26,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,420 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,420 miles (+3,157)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    115,420 miles
    Test number
    574007657445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass112,263 miles (+2,891)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    112,263 miles
    Test number
    919592048045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass109,372 miles (+482)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    109,372 miles
    Test number
    821926126470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,890 miles (+3,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,890 miles
    Test number
    628258576766
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass105,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    105,218 miles
    Test number
    271050414754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail105,218 miles (+5,489)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,218 miles
    Test number
    851257550484
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass99,729 miles (+6,163)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    99,729 miles
    Test number
    286933892419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,566 miles (+6,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    93,566 miles
    Test number
    586019416260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass86,685 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,685 miles
    Test number
    869691630804
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail86,685 miles (+65)2 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,685 miles
    Test number
    614261574239
    • MajorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail86,620 miles (+7,532)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,620 miles
    Test number
    303259964771
    • MajorNearside Rear Drive shaft badly damaged outer cv joint split and leaking grease (6.1.7 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft badly damaged outer cv joint cracked and leaking grease (6.1.7 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight lens cracked

  12. Pass79,088 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,088 miles
    Test number
    223489434258
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Fail79,088 miles (+6,499)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,088 miles
    Test number
    609197536129
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass72,589 miles (+7,064)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,589 miles
    Test number
    166060066188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection on some items

  15. Pass65,525 miles (+12,596)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,525 miles
    Test number
    149252762552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail52,929 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,929 miles
    Test number
    168767775167
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass52,929 miles (+1,296)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    52,929 miles
    Test number
    926057075113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,633 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    51,633 miles
    Test number
    815637014245
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail51,633 miles (+12,227)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,633 miles
    Test number
    576637314286
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRegistration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass39,406 miles (+12,965)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    39,406 miles
    Test number
    288347413262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,441 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,441 miles
    Test number
    338146012451
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about D1 SPF

Does D1 SPF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D1 SPF is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on D1 SPF?
The MOT on D1 SPF is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D1 SPF done?
D1 SPF was recorded at 115,420 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 6,374 miles a year.
Has D1 SPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D1 SPF has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on D1 SPF 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 D1 SPF find?
D1 SPF passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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