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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

S21 PUTMOT history

S21 PUT is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 24 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2023 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 179,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2022.

S21 PUT blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2023
Mileage
179,128 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2022
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 PUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2023
Latest MOT test
5 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 PUT was last recorded at 179,128 miles on 5 May 2022, 4,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Nov 2020: 174,628 miles, lower than 280,988 miles on 13 Nov 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
174,628 miles · 18 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
4,500 miles
Average per year
11,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 179,128 miles
  • 2020 – 174,628 miles
  • 2018 – 153,205 miles
  • 2017 – 149,225 miles
  • 2016 – 147,692 miles
  • 2015 – 134,470 miles
  • 2014 – 123,101 miles
  • 2013 – 107,879 miles
  • 2012 – 92,372 miles
  • 2011 – 73,017 miles
  • 2010 – 50,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,128 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake efforts significantly lower than its opposite, indicating an inspection or work is required.
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,128 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    179,128 miles
    Test number
    603705065750
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake efforts significantly lower than its opposite, indicating an inspection or work is required.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail179,128 miles (+4,500)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,128 miles
    Test number
    999208783331
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake efforts significantly lower than its opposite, indicating an inspection or work is required.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass174,628 miles (-106,360)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    174,628 miles
    Test number
    472069869076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail280,988 miles2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,988 miles
    Test number
    241144023980
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass273,641 km (+331)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    273,641 km
    Test number
    681428774353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail273,310 km1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,310 km
    Test number
    218358210961
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass153,205 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    153,205 miles
    Test number
    279239979184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail153,028 miles (+3,803)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,028 miles
    Test number
    140752778120
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass149,225 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    149,225 miles
    Test number
    926868811027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass147,692 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    147,692 miles
    Test number
    289385399749
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust front flex joint slightly leaking (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (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 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres not run flat type
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre valves cracking
    • AdvisoryLower cover fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre valve cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre valve cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre valve cracking

  11. Fail147,692 miles (+13,222)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,692 miles
    Test number
    805414752213
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust front flex joint slightly leaking (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (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 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres not run flat type
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre valves cracking
    • AdvisoryLower cover fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre valve cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre valve cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre valve cracking

  12. Pass134,470 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    134,470 miles
    Test number
    401173422149
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi on cat (7.1.2)

  13. Fail134,470 miles (+11,369)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,470 miles
    Test number
    251811384236
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi on cat (7.1.2)

  14. Pass123,101 miles (+15,222)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    123,101 miles
    Test number
    165190014328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass107,879 miles (+15,507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    107,879 miles
    Test number
    818022923366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass92,372 miles (+19,355)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,372 miles
    Test number
    959933932365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge tracking may need adjusting

  17. Pass73,017 miles (+22,121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    73,017 miles
    Test number
    986472831330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass50,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    50,896 miles
    Test number
    132503530343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S21 PUT

Does S21 PUT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S21 PUT expired on 4 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S21 PUT?
The MOT on S21 PUT expired on 4 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S21 PUT done?
S21 PUT was recorded at 179,128 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2022, an average of 11,218 miles a year.
Has S21 PUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 PUT has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2022.
Has the mileage on S21 PUT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S21 PUT find?
S21 PUT passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear handbrake efforts significantly lower than its opposite, indicating an inspection or work is required.; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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