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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

L6 GTDMOT history

L6 GTD is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 4 May 2007. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 165,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
165,805 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 GTD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
4 May 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 GTD was last recorded at 165,805 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,800 miles · 8 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
8,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,805 miles
  • 2025 – 160,525 miles
  • 2024 – 155,292 miles
  • 2019 – 149,629 miles
  • 2018 – 139,251 miles
  • 2017 – 125,368 miles
  • 2016 – 94,132 miles
  • 2015 – 73,648 miles
  • 2014 – 52,844 miles
  • 2013 – 50,947 miles
  • 2012 – 41,339 miles
  • 2011 – 32,514 miles
  • 2010 – 25,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,805 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Rear tyre cracks offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • All tyres cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,805 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    165,805 miles
    Test number
    124102850412
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail165,800 miles (+5,275)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,800 miles
    Test number
    377411062678
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass160,525 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    160,525 miles
    Test number
    712167691055
    • AdvisoryRear tyre cracks offside

  4. Fail160,472 miles (+5,180)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,472 miles
    Test number
    663557435433
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm & cracks (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake hose excessively damaged Offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre cracks offside

  5. Pass155,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    155,292 miles
    Test number
    980435938472
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracked

  6. Fail155,292 miles (+5,663)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,292 miles
    Test number
    422345100364
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken Offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracked

  7. Pass149,629 miles (+169)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    149,629 miles
    Test number
    346021117997
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail149,460 miles (+10,209)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,460 miles
    Test number
    623043809238
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass139,251 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    139,251 miles
    Test number
    691045916508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail139,208 miles (+13,840)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,208 miles
    Test number
    281859378003
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass125,368 miles (+13,403)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    125,368 miles
    Test number
    826800688510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass111,965 miles (+17,833)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    111,965 miles
    Test number
    601175950079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,132 miles (+20,484)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    94,132 miles
    Test number
    168790743573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,648 miles (+20,804)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    73,648 miles
    Test number
    675550445016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,844 miles (+1,897)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    52,844 miles
    Test number
    768524244013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,947 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,947 miles
    Test number
    507728913282
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNear side front tyre cracking
    • NoteOff side front tyre cracking and cut in sidewall

  17. Fail50,947 miles (+9,608)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,947 miles
    Test number
    739878013215
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNear side front tyre cracking
    • NoteOff side front tyre cracking and cut in sidewall
    • NoteOff side rear tyre punctured

  18. Pass41,339 miles (+8,825)1 dangerous1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,339 miles
    Test number
    376737032101
    • DangerousN/s/r tyre sidewall cut down to its cords
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs badly worn and lipped
    • NoteFront inner brake pads feel low
    • NoteO/s/r tyre down to 2mm of tread

  19. Pass32,514 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    32,514 miles
    Test number
    725417821140
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail32,514 miles (+6,583)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,514 miles
    Test number
    936287221156
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass25,931 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    25,931 miles
    Test number
    992667220193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail25,931 miles4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,931 miles
    Test number
    853927720173
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L6 GTD

Does L6 GTD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 GTD is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 GTD?
The MOT on L6 GTD is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 GTD done?
L6 GTD was recorded at 165,805 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 8,647 miles a year.
Has L6 GTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 GTD has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 GTD 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 L6 GTD find?
L6 GTD passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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