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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

L4 EPXMOT history

L4 EPX is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 9 Apr 2015. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 119,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
119,281 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 EPX
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
9 Apr 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 EPX was last recorded at 119,281 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 10,522 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
108,759 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,522 miles
Average per year
9,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,281 miles
  • 2025 – 108,759 miles
  • 2024 – 98,372 miles
  • 2023 – 90,384 miles
  • 2022 – 81,133 miles
  • 2021 – 72,738 miles
  • 2020 – 66,240 miles
  • 2019 – 55,114 miles
  • 2018 – 42,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,281 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 testable items

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 22 Feb 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,281 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    119,281 miles
    Test number
    230740898410
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail119,281 miles (+10,522)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,281 miles
    Test number
    485144700964
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass108,759 miles (+10,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    108,759 miles
    Test number
    979688024153
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items
  4. Pass98,372 miles (+7,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,372 miles
    Test number
    978875233020
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items
  5. Pass90,384 miles (+9,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    90,384 miles
    Test number
    843157372561
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items
  6. Pass81,133 miles (+8,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    81,133 miles
    Test number
    885734400533
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items
  7. Pass72,738 miles (+6,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    72,738 miles
    Test number
    645364905017
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obsuring some testable items
  8. Pass66,240 miles (+11,126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    66,240 miles
    Test number
    588645019219
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable items
  9. Pass55,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    55,114 miles
    Test number
    844802393432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,114 miles (+12,318)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,114 miles
    Test number
    629978890022
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass42,796 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    42,796 miles
    Test number
    291894608896
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear tyre wearing heavier on inner edge of tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L4 EPX

Does L4 EPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 EPX is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 EPX?
The MOT on L4 EPX is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 EPX done?
L4 EPX was recorded at 119,281 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 9,551 miles a year.
Has L4 EPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 EPX has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 EPX 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 L4 EPX find?
L4 EPX passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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