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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

K90 BLAMOT history

K90 BLA is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 180,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

K90 BLA white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
180,081 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K90 BLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K90 BLA was last recorded at 180,081 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 1,420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,661 miles · 3 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1,420 miles
Average per year
9,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,081 miles
  • 2025 – 165,143 miles
  • 2024 – 156,906 miles
  • 2023 – 152,652 miles
  • 2022 – 147,737 miles
  • 2021 – 141,197 miles
  • 2019 – 135,009 miles
  • 2018 – 116,662 miles
  • 2017 – 107,860 miles
  • 2016 – 97,968 miles
  • 2015 – 88,956 miles
  • 2014 – 67,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,081 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.

  • Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,081 miles (+1,420)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    180,081 miles
    Test number
    829622307524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail178,661 miles (+13,518)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,661 miles
    Test number
    896212116820
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass165,143 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    165,143 miles
    Test number
    124777413222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail165,114 miles (+8,208)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,114 miles
    Test number
    630098489344
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers and Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

  5. Pass156,906 miles (+4,254)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    156,906 miles
    Test number
    183582452431
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers and Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Tested In Wet Conditions.

  6. Pass152,652 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    152,652 miles
    Test number
    234916315303
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all4 front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail152,652 miles (+4,915)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,652 miles
    Test number
    948474409890
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all4 front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass147,737 miles (+6,540)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    147,737 miles
    Test number
    779981972832
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass141,197 miles (+6,188)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    141,197 miles
    Test number
    927912201249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass135,009 miles (+8,677)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    135,009 miles
    Test number
    540858665157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,332 miles (+9,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    126,332 miles
    Test number
    885528188243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass116,662 miles (+8,802)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    116,662 miles
    Test number
    394541977788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass107,860 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    107,860 miles
    Test number
    960407431655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail107,799 miles (+9,831)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,799 miles
    Test number
    460573952986
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass97,968 miles (+9,012)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    97,968 miles
    Test number
    631090387555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,956 miles (+21,151)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,956 miles
    Test number
    175978625008
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass67,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,805 miles
    Test number
    337687764108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K90 BLA

Does K90 BLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K90 BLA is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K90 BLA?
The MOT on K90 BLA is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K90 BLA done?
K90 BLA was recorded at 180,081 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 9,230 miles a year.
Has K90 BLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K90 BLA has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K90 BLA 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 K90 BLA find?
K90 BLA passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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