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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

F3 DRCMOT history

F3 DRC is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 24 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 137,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
137,085 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
17,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 DRC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
24 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 DRC was last recorded at 137,085 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,083 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
17,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,085 miles
  • 2025 – 134,809 miles
  • 2024 – 124,889 miles
  • 2023 – 107,469 miles
  • 2022 – 85,337 miles
  • 2021 – 57,519 miles
  • 2020 – 32,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,085 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brakes imbalanced across an axle

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 19 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,085 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    137,085 miles
    Test number
    281992017225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail137,083 miles (+2,274)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,083 miles
    Test number
    410366386988
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass134,809 miles (+9,920)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    134,809 miles
    Test number
    485418305103
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass124,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    124,889 miles
    Test number
    393845773810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail124,887 miles (+17,418)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,887 miles
    Test number
    815510203430
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass107,469 miles (+22,132)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    107,469 miles
    Test number
    264092679616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,337 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    85,337 miles
    Test number
    110777021406
    • 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))
  8. Fail85,328 miles (+27,809)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,328 miles
    Test number
    787181305659
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass57,519 miles (+24,815)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,519 miles
    Test number
    883931845427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass32,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    32,704 miles
    Test number
    530159355505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 DRC

Does F3 DRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 DRC is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 DRC?
The MOT on F3 DRC is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 DRC done?
F3 DRC was recorded at 137,085 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 17,393 miles a year.
Has F3 DRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 DRC has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on F3 DRC 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 F3 DRC find?
F3 DRC passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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