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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

DS 8451MOT history

DS 8451 is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 9 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 162,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

DS 8451 white 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 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
162,852 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DS 8451
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
9 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

DS 8451 was last recorded at 162,852 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 12,888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,964 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12,888 miles
Average per year
11,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,852 miles
  • 2024 – 149,964 miles
  • 2023 – 136,856 miles
  • 2022 – 121,928 miles
  • 2021 – 108,219 miles
  • 2020 – 96,316 miles
  • 2019 – 81,570 miles
  • 2018 – 67,391 miles
  • 2017 – 52,628 miles
  • 2016 – 42,202 miles
  • 2015 – 32,219 miles
  • 2014 – 28,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,852 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Suspension arm ball joint has slight play o/s front lower rear most arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,852 miles (+12,888)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    162,852 miles
    Test number
    617594435622
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass149,964 miles (+13,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    149,964 miles
    Test number
    429644740695
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass136,856 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    136,856 miles
    Test number
    965364813513
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail136,856 miles (+14,928)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,856 miles
    Test number
    499328852051
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass121,928 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    121,928 miles
    Test number
    776130790167
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play o/s front lower rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail121,928 miles (+13,709)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,928 miles
    Test number
    402136170156
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play o/s front lower rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass108,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    108,219 miles
    Test number
    769972336332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail108,219 miles (+11,903)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,219 miles
    Test number
    268205067383
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass96,316 miles (+14,746)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,316 miles
    Test number
    122154602821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,570 miles (+14,179)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,570 miles
    Test number
    590656149434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,391 miles (+14,763)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,391 miles
    Test number
    155076790570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    52,628 miles
    Test number
    486917111022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,628 miles (+10,426)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,628 miles
    Test number
    995216339988
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass42,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,202 miles
    Test number
    882772882327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail42,199 miles (+9,980)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,199 miles
    Test number
    441937227975
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass32,219 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    32,219 miles
    Test number
    435279625151
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail32,219 miles (+3,962)1 dangerous2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,219 miles
    Test number
    218967125195
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge. 245/45-18.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass28,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    28,257 miles
    Test number
    125296354128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DS 8451

What vehicle is registration DS 8451 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DS 8451 on a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 9 Jun 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 DS 8451 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DS 8451 is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on DS 8451?
The MOT on DS 8451 is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DS 8451 done?
DS 8451 was recorded at 162,852 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 11,672 miles a year.
Has DS 8451 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DS 8451 has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on DS 8451 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 DS 8451 find?
DS 8451 passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside windscreen wiper blade defective; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear.

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