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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

K8 OVAMOT history

K8 OVA is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 10 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 152,168 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
152,168 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 OVA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
10 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 OVA was last recorded at 152,168 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 13,739 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,429 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
13,739 miles
Average per year
11,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,168 miles
  • 2025 – 138,429 miles
  • 2024 – 121,946 miles
  • 2022 – 105,186 miles
  • 2021 – 96,842 miles
  • 2020 – 86,401 miles
  • 2019 – 74,444 miles
  • 2018 – 60,198 miles
  • 2017 – 45,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,168 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Undertray broke but secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 4 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,168 miles (+13,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    152,168 miles
    Test number
    169473612751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass138,429 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    138,429 miles
    Test number
    951675215906
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray broke but secure
  3. Fail138,429 miles (+16,483)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,429 miles
    Test number
    261268951491
    • DangerousOffside Rear wheel liner ripped and insecure
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray broke but secure
  4. Pass121,946 miles (+16,760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    121,946 miles
    Test number
    866061661952
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass105,186 miles (+8,344)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    105,186 miles
    Test number
    739967757181
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass96,842 miles (+10,441)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,842 miles
    Test number
    409603233031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass86,401 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,401 miles
    Test number
    531652510721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail86,394 miles (+3,698)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,394 miles
    Test number
    248566405783
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass82,696 miles (+8,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,696 miles
    Test number
    921524306734
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass74,444 miles (+14,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    74,444 miles
    Test number
    917783913675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass60,198 miles (+14,700)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    60,198 miles
    Test number
    432634267120
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass45,498 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    45,498 miles
    Test number
    502448981971
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about K8 OVA

Does K8 OVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 OVA is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 OVA?
The MOT on K8 OVA is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 OVA done?
K8 OVA was recorded at 152,168 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 11,714 miles a year.
Has K8 OVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 OVA has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on K8 OVA 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 K8 OVA find?
K8 OVA passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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