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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

L24 RKAMOT history

L24 RKA is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 188,918 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

L24 RKA black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
188,918 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
16,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L24 RKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L24 RKA was last recorded at 188,918 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 8,142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,776 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,142 miles
Average per year
16,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,918 miles
  • 2025 – 180,776 miles
  • 2024 – 173,424 miles
  • 2023 – 155,008 miles
  • 2021 – 127,364 miles
  • 2020 – 106,335 miles
  • 2019 – 84,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,918 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

10 tests since 12 Nov 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,918 miles (+8,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    188,918 miles
    Test number
    447549019973
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass180,776 miles (+7,352)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    180,776 miles
    Test number
    716376204383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass173,424 miles (+18,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    173,424 miles
    Test number
    204446141600
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen chipped
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged Or Loose
  4. Pass155,008 miles (+27,644)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    155,008 miles
    Test number
    723833447751
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pad thickness 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass127,364 miles (+506)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    127,364 miles
    Test number
    719336113208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail126,858 miles (+20,523)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,858 miles
    Test number
    971574118049
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Direction indicator not working wing mirror direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Outer unable to test rear seat belts due to items on rear seat
  7. Pass106,335 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    106,335 miles
    Test number
    974408073109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,169 miles (+22,150)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,169 miles
    Test number
    653822507932
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  9. Pass84,019 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,019 miles
    Test number
    674423279303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail83,817 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,817 miles
    Test number
    943529133315
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about L24 RKA

Does L24 RKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L24 RKA is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L24 RKA?
The MOT on L24 RKA is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L24 RKA done?
L24 RKA was recorded at 188,918 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 16,611 miles a year.
Has L24 RKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L24 RKA has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L24 RKA 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 L24 RKA find?
L24 RKA passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres.

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