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BMW 520

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

S9 AWAMOT history

S9 AWA is a black petrol BMW 520 first used on 9 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Apr 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 181,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2024.

S9 AWA black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Apr 2025
Mileage
181,161 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 AWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 AWA was last recorded at 181,161 miles on 16 Apr 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,160 miles · 28 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 181,161 miles
  • 2019 – 180,597 miles
  • 2017 – 175,451 miles
  • 2016 – 171,989 miles
  • 2014 – 162,084 miles
  • 2012 – 144,289 miles
  • 2011 – 124,358 miles
  • 2010 – 107,161 miles
  • 2009 – 92,547 miles
  • 2008 – 65,767 miles
  • 2007 – 37,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,161 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides x2 (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides x2 (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,161 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    181,161 miles
    Test number
    226997467149
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides x2 (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides x2 (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail181,160 miles (+563)3 dangerous9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,160 miles
    Test number
    747613598262
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking all around (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel both sides x2 (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both x sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to abnormal sound/behavior of engine (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front -front marked white both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated both sides x2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass180,597 miles (+5,146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    180,597 miles
    Test number
    293896831265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass175,451 miles (+3,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    175,451 miles
    Test number
    464773933332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit signs of cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit signs of cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass171,989 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    171,989 miles
    Test number
    969832687936
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

  6. Fail171,987 miles (+6,572)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,987 miles
    Test number
    172727592835
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass165,415 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    165,415 miles
    Test number
    236244314166
    • AdvisoryFront steering arms have slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail165,415 miles (+3,331)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,415 miles
    Test number
    178537513714
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droplink (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 droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass162,084 miles (+17,795)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    162,084 miles
    Test number
    919133894030
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass144,289 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    144,289 miles
    Test number
    229637782277
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail144,285 miles (+19,927)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,285 miles
    Test number
    695556482211
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass124,358 miles (+17,197)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    124,358 miles
    Test number
    686995091270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    107,161 miles
    Test number
    362357670201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail107,161 miles (+14,614)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,161 miles
    Test number
    621753370299
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass92,547 miles (+26,780)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    92,547 miles
    Test number
    294791689285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,767 miles (+27,887)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    65,767 miles
    Test number
    642140478251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,880 miles (+4,748)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    37,880 miles
    Test number
    540314477218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    33,132 miles
    Test number
    620348207071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S9 AWA

Does S9 AWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S9 AWA expired on 15 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S9 AWA?
The MOT on S9 AWA expired on 15 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S9 AWA done?
S9 AWA was recorded at 181,161 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2024, an average of 8,571 miles a year.
Has S9 AWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 AWA has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on S9 AWA 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 S9 AWA find?
S9 AWA passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2024 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear all around; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides x2; rear coil spring corroded both, and 2 more.

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