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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,991 cc

S94 BPLMOT history

S94 BPL is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 1 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 26 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 114,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2021.

S94 BPL silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Oct 2021
Mileage
114,474 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2021
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S94 BPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

S94 BPL was last recorded at 114,474 miles on 30 Oct 2021, 8,937 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,537 miles · 2 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
8,937 miles
Average per year
3,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 114,474 miles
  • 2020 – 105,537 miles
  • 2019 – 103,874 miles
  • 2018 – 103,308 miles
  • 2017 – 100,819 miles
  • 2016 – 99,011 miles
  • 2015 – 97,686 miles
  • 2014 – 94,245 miles
  • 2013 – 91,450 miles
  • 2012 – 88,682 miles
  • 2011 – 86,330 miles
  • 2010 – 83,115 miles
  • 2009 – 79,214 miles
  • 2008 – 75,641 miles
  • 2007 – 71,618 miles
  • 2006 – 65,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,474 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays + sill covers fitted

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail114,474 miles (+8,937)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,474 miles
    Test number
    227389513035
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays + sill covers fitted

  2. Pass105,537 miles (+1,663)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,537 miles
    Test number
    859913314247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass103,874 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,874 miles
    Test number
    258126434072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass103,308 miles (+2,489)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    103,308 miles
    Test number
    556009962617
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake low readings

  5. Pass100,819 miles (+1,808)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    100,819 miles
    Test number
    368318004078
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r lower link slight play
    • AdvisoryN/s/r upper arm slight play

  6. Pass99,011 miles (+1,325)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,011 miles
    Test number
    695622449764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished on outter edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished on outter edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass97,686 miles (+3,441)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,686 miles
    Test number
    996577815168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll 4 tyres starting to split in tread

  8. Pass94,245 miles (+2,795)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,245 miles
    Test number
    489464384026
    • NoteFront tyres slight perrishing

  9. Pass91,450 miles (+2,768)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    91,450 miles
    Test number
    348953513139
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass88,682 miles (+2,352)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,682 miles
    Test number
    429749002144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass86,330 miles (+3,215)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    86,330 miles
    Test number
    286481111422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,115 miles (+3,901)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    83,115 miles
    Test number
    811602310134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,214 miles (+3,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    79,214 miles
    Test number
    811413819183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail75,641 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,641 miles
    Test number
    380546708157
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass75,641 miles (+4,023)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    75,641 miles
    Test number
    620426608192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass71,618 miles (+6,317)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,618 miles
    Test number
    512099907161
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f headlight slightly loose

  17. Pass65,301 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    65,301 miles
    Test number
    123024716172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

Questions about S94 BPL

Does S94 BPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S94 BPL expired on 26 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S94 BPL?
The MOT on S94 BPL expired on 26 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S94 BPL done?
S94 BPL was recorded at 114,474 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2021, an average of 3,169 miles a year.
Has S94 BPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S94 BPL has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on S94 BPL 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 S94 BPL find?
S94 BPL failed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2021 with 11 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; nearside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 12 more.

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