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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

L7 BTKMOT history

L7 BTK is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 25 Oct 2014. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 126,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
126,379 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 BTK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
25 Oct 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 BTK was last recorded at 126,379 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 15,176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,203 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
15,176 miles
Average per year
11,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,379 miles
  • 2025 – 111,203 miles
  • 2024 – 95,362 miles
  • 2023 – 75,573 miles
  • 2022 – 63,932 miles
  • 2021 – 55,776 miles
  • 2020 – 51,059 miles
  • 2019 – 28,010 miles
  • 2018 – 25,153 miles
  • 2017 – 22,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,379 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 25 Oct 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,379 miles (+15,176)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    126,379 miles
    Test number
    907678106927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass111,203 miles (+15,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    111,203 miles
    Test number
    987172657691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracks in grooves as well (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS+OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass95,362 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    95,362 miles
    Test number
    157934482867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail95,342 miles (+19,769)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,342 miles
    Test number
    939134208609
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass75,573 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    75,573 miles
    Test number
    146166527192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail75,573 miles (+11,641)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,573 miles
    Test number
    205865821351
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass63,932 miles (+8,156)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    63,932 miles
    Test number
    496099994393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,776 miles (+4,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,776 miles
    Test number
    138550983684
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass51,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,059 miles
    Test number
    283989794250
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail51,059 miles (+23,049)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,059 miles
    Test number
    287619624241
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass28,010 miles (+2,857)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    28,010 miles
    Test number
    344912417081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,153 miles (+3,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    25,153 miles
    Test number
    221328773773
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to be recorded

  13. Pass22,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    22,144 miles
    Test number
    175680169845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 BTK

Does L7 BTK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 BTK is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 BTK?
The MOT on L7 BTK is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 BTK done?
L7 BTK was recorded at 126,379 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 11,618 miles a year.
Has L7 BTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 BTK has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L7 BTK 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 L7 BTK find?
L7 BTK passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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