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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

DMP 18MOT history

DMP 18 is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 16 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 69,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

DMP 18 grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
69,187 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DMP 18
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
16 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DMP 18 was last recorded at 69,187 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,187 miles · 24 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,187 miles
  • 2025 – 66,554 miles
  • 2024 – 61,636 miles
  • 2023 – 58,148 miles
  • 2022 – 54,566 miles
  • 2021 – 51,659 miles
  • 2020 – 46,298 miles
  • 2019 – 35,912 miles
  • 2018 – 27,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,187 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp onRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fittedRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 12 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,187 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    69,187 miles
    Test number
    426624792596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted
  2. Fail69,187 miles (+2,633)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,187 miles
    Test number
    457108324660
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted
  3. Pass66,554 miles (+4,918)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    66,554 miles
    Test number
    736007057434
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted
  4. Pass61,636 miles (+3,488)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    61,636 miles
    Test number
    367860187772
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on
  5. Pass58,148 miles (+3,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    58,148 miles
    Test number
    682019493581
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted
  6. Pass54,566 miles (+2,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    54,566 miles
    Test number
    882807523362
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  7. Pass51,659 miles (+5,361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    51,659 miles
    Test number
    272537275167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass46,298 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    46,298 miles
    Test number
    792213344685
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted
  9. Fail46,294 miles (+10,382)2 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,294 miles
    Test number
    805035670808
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted
  10. Pass35,912 miles (+8,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    35,912 miles
    Test number
    672804955251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass27,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    27,487 miles
    Test number
    261210211196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DMP 18

What vehicle is registration DMP 18 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DMP 18 on a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 16 Jul 2015. 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 DMP 18 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DMP 18 is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on DMP 18?
The MOT on DMP 18 is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DMP 18 done?
DMP 18 was recorded at 69,187 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 5,082 miles a year.
Has DMP 18 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DMP 18 has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on DMP 18 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 DMP 18 find?
DMP 18 passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 3 more.

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