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BMW 520

White · Petrol · 1992 · 1,991 cc

K106 ORKMOT history

K106 ORK is a white petrol BMW 520 first used on 14 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 76,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2023
Mileage
76,509 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2020
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K106 ORK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
14 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K106 ORK was last recorded at 76,509 miles on 3 Sept 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Sept 2020: 76,509 miles, lower than 76,999 miles on 13 Aug 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
76,999 miles · 13 Aug 2019
Average per year
735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 76,509 miles
  • 2019 – 76,999 miles
  • 2017 – 75,139 miles
  • 2016 – 74,464 miles
  • 2015 – 73,570 miles
  • 2014 – 72,093 miles
  • 2013 – 71,808 miles
  • 2012 – 70,506 miles
  • 2011 – 69,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

15 tests since 30 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    274090817585
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  2. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    215839598220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  3. Pass76,509 miles (-490)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,509 miles
    Test number
    101215924227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    76,999 miles
    Test number
    370363077488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    712635277239
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

  6. Pass75,139 miles (+675)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,139 miles
    Test number
    814121742729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre tread low on inside edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear perishedTyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre tread low on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear perishedTyre
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipes corroded

  7. Pass74,464 miles (+894)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,464 miles
    Test number
    191272732404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,570 miles (+1,477)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,570 miles
    Test number
    145483505151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,093 miles (+285)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,093 miles
    Test number
    687579794040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,808 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,808 miles
    Test number
    457008593045
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass71,808 miles (+1,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    71,808 miles
    Test number
    585038293047
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass70,506 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,506 miles
    Test number
    905343802109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,503 miles (+793)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,503 miles
    Test number
    719421702120
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  14. Pass69,710 miles (+132)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    69,710 miles
    Test number
    536716091093
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded and scored
    • NoteFront and rear suspension bushes are deteriorating
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Fail69,578 miles2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,578 miles
    Test number
    359289281085
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded and scored
    • NoteFront and rear suspension bushes are deteriorating
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about K106 ORK

Does K106 ORK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K106 ORK expired on 5 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K106 ORK?
The MOT on K106 ORK expired on 5 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K106 ORK done?
K106 ORK was recorded at 76,509 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2020, an average of 735 miles a year.
Has K106 ORK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K106 ORK has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2013.
Has the mileage on K106 ORK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K106 ORK find?
K106 ORK passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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