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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

K23 AYOMOT history

K23 AYO is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 16 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 90,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
90,790 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 AYO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
16 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 AYO was last recorded at 90,790 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,787 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
7,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,790 miles
  • 2025 – 78,042 miles
  • 2024 – 68,298 miles
  • 2023 – 61,693 miles
  • 2022 – 58,803 miles
  • 2021 – 55,235 miles
  • 2020 – 52,060 miles
  • 2019 – 48,738 miles
  • 2018 – 44,031 miles
  • 2017 – 33,979 miles
  • 2016 – 18,468 miles
  • 2015 – 15,794 miles
  • 2014 – 9,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,790 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (inner and outer edges bald) (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,790 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    90,790 miles
    Test number
    808598295583
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Fail90,787 miles (+12,745)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,787 miles
    Test number
    916293084985
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass78,042 miles (+9,744)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    78,042 miles
    Test number
    368005908188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,298 miles (+6,605)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    68,298 miles
    Test number
    768048243037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass61,693 miles (+2,890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    61,693 miles
    Test number
    373234574527
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

  6. Pass58,803 miles (+3,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    58,803 miles
    Test number
    710368704527
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  7. Pass55,235 miles (+3,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    55,235 miles
    Test number
    908301752773
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obstructing some components

  8. Pass52,060 miles (+3,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    52,060 miles
    Test number
    329591365900
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  9. Pass48,738 miles (+4,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    48,738 miles
    Test number
    500536050606
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55 x 17 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass44,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    44,031 miles
    Test number
    987233483685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,031 miles (+10,052)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,031 miles
    Test number
    369303975380
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass33,979 miles (+15,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    33,979 miles
    Test number
    506167843561
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass18,468 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    18,468 miles
    Test number
    565456159837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail18,465 miles (+2,671)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,465 miles
    Test number
    481576242997
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn heavily on outer edge

  15. Pass15,794 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    15,794 miles
    Test number
    155043220462
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both (inner and outer edges bald) (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail15,782 miles (+6,078)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,782 miles
    Test number
    375436638469
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both (inner and outer edges bald) (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass9,704 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    9,704 miles
    Test number
    677775554287
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about K23 AYO

Does K23 AYO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K23 AYO is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K23 AYO?
The MOT on K23 AYO is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K23 AYO done?
K23 AYO was recorded at 90,790 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 7,030 miles a year.
Has K23 AYO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 AYO has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on K23 AYO 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 K23 AYO find?
K23 AYO passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; under trays fitted.

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