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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

MWA 43MOT history

MWA 43 is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 9 Feb 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 198,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MWA 43 blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
198,171 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MWA 43
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
9 Feb 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MWA 43 was last recorded at 198,171 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,169 miles · 23 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,171 miles
  • 2025 – 187,372 miles
  • 2024 – 181,229 miles
  • 2023 – 172,463 miles
  • 2022 – 165,119 miles
  • 2021 – 161,309 miles
  • 2020 – 158,410 miles
  • 2019 – 152,754 miles
  • 2018 – 143,062 miles
  • 2017 – 129,705 miles
  • 2016 – 114,909 miles
  • 2015 – 104,101 miles
  • 2014 – 94,473 miles
  • 2013 – 85,448 miles
  • 2012 – 81,557 miles
  • 2011 – 76,902 miles
  • 2010 – 57,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,171 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryA/c drive belt missing and auxiliary belt damaged (one rib missing)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 Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,171 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    198,171 miles
    Test number
    323927208219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryA/c drive belt missing and auxiliary belt damaged (one rib missing)

  2. Fail198,169 miles (+10,797)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,169 miles
    Test number
    880010073108
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryA/c drive belt missing and auxiliary belt damaged (one rib missing)

  3. Pass187,372 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    187,372 miles
    Test number
    657044389642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  4. Fail187,371 miles (+6,142)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,371 miles
    Test number
    358935626889
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction dash camera fitted to drivers side (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front tie rod (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  5. Pass181,229 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    181,229 miles
    Test number
    581874811089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front anti roll bar link ball joint gaitor pin holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail181,225 miles (+8,762)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,225 miles
    Test number
    656355058292
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front track rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front anti roll bar link ball joint gaitor pin holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass172,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    172,463 miles
    Test number
    200111394263
    • 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))

  8. Fail172,463 miles (+7,344)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,463 miles
    Test number
    455719208364
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  9. Pass165,119 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    165,119 miles
    Test number
    911103168703
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail165,118 miles (+3,809)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,118 miles
    Test number
    190392357771
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass161,309 miles (+2,899)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    161,309 miles
    Test number
    910858876730
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass158,410 miles (+5,656)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    158,410 miles
    Test number
    914405931822
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass152,754 miles (+9,692)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    152,754 miles
    Test number
    474564845557
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass143,062 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    143,062 miles
    Test number
    278122228026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail143,062 miles (+13,357)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,062 miles
    Test number
    786519201348
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear most arm outer ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass129,705 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    129,705 miles
    Test number
    909903297039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail129,697 miles (+14,788)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,697 miles
    Test number
    450333649566
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering lock warning lamp indicates a fault (2.1.4c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass114,909 miles (+10,808)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    114,909 miles
    Test number
    459225441581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass104,101 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    104,101 miles
    Test number
    175771845421
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteElectronic unit fitted near centre interior mirror not in view
    • NoteOsf jacking pad missing

  20. Fail104,100 miles (+9,627)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,100 miles
    Test number
    886701745057
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteElectronic unit fitted near centre interior mirror not in view
    • NoteOsf jacking pad missing

  21. Pass94,473 miles (+9,025)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    94,473 miles
    Test number
    325455234007
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass85,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    85,448 miles
    Test number
    306319223016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail85,448 miles (+3,891)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,448 miles
    Test number
    829878223070
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass81,557 miles (+4,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    81,557 miles
    Test number
    106097032419
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass76,902 miles (+19,216)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    76,902 miles
    Test number
    685419851045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass57,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,686 miles
    Test number
    162985820441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail57,686 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,686 miles
    Test number
    402615620053
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Questions about MWA 43

What vehicle is registration MWA 43 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MWA 43 on a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 9 Feb 2007. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MWA 43 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MWA 43 is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on MWA 43?
The MOT on MWA 43 is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MWA 43 done?
MWA 43 was recorded at 198,171 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 8,731 miles a year.
Has MWA 43 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MWA 43 has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on MWA 43 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 MWA 43 find?
MWA 43 passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted, and 4 more.

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