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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

L2 SVAMOT history

L2 SVA is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 29 Oct 2015. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 289,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jun 2027
Mileage
289,102 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
29,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 SVA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
29 Oct 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 SVA was last recorded at 289,102 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
289,050 miles · 13 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
29,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 289,102 miles
  • 2025 – 276,284 miles
  • 2024 – 252,514 miles
  • 2023 – 215,552 miles
  • 2022 – 170,257 miles
  • 2021 – 128,826 miles
  • 2020 – 106,851 miles
  • 2019 – 67,930 miles
  • 2018 – 58,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass289,102 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Acceleration not detected,no emission printout

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass289,102 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    289,102 miles
    Test number
    306876622651
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail289,050 miles (+12,766)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    289,050 miles
    Test number
    418518645587
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousSub-frame pin or bush likely to become detached Rear differential three bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass276,284 miles (+8,286)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    276,284 miles
    Test number
    100635628498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass267,998 miles (+15,484)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    267,998 miles
    Test number
    257396488075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass252,514 miles (+425)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    252,514 miles
    Test number
    545483051159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail252,089 miles (+20,231)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,089 miles
    Test number
    955678111300
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass231,858 miles (+16,306)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    231,858 miles
    Test number
    579071648317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass215,552 miles (+323)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    215,552 miles
    Test number
    882908474136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail215,229 miles (+21,573)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,229 miles
    Test number
    102166685458
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass193,656 miles (+23,399)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    193,656 miles
    Test number
    750010059461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass170,257 miles (+22,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    170,257 miles
    Test number
    280157804852
    • AdvisoryEmissions not detected
  12. Pass147,602 miles (+18,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    147,602 miles
    Test number
    814151084736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass128,826 miles (+16,272)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    128,826 miles
    Test number
    999416512181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,554 miles (+5,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,554 miles
    Test number
    164009460888
    • AdvisoryAcceleration not detected,no emission printout
  15. Pass106,851 miles (+38,921)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    106,851 miles
    Test number
    869318029169
    • AdvisoryAcceleration not detected,no emission printout
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  16. Pass67,930 miles (+9,195)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    67,930 miles
    Test number
    422876148990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,735 miles (+329)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    58,735 miles
    Test number
    650876324050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,406 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,406 miles
    Test number
    597030821801
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed On inner edge of the tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm, legal limit is 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L2 SVA

Does L2 SVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 SVA is valid until 21 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 SVA?
The MOT on L2 SVA is valid until 21 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 SVA done?
L2 SVA was recorded at 289,102 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 29,817 miles a year.
Has L2 SVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 SVA has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L2 SVA 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 L2 SVA find?
L2 SVA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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