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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

T12 DRFMOT history

T12 DRF is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 29 Oct 2024 and it has passed 13 of 14 MOT tests, with 165,553 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Oct 2024
Mileage
165,553 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2023
MOT tests
14
13 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,961 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 DRF
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
30 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 DRF was last recorded at 165,553 miles on 30 Oct 2023, 4,934 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
160,619 miles · 29 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
4,934 miles
Average per year
8,961 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 165,553 miles
  • 2021 – 160,619 miles
  • 2020 – 152,548 miles
  • 2019 – 144,336 miles
  • 2018 – 137,122 miles
  • 2017 – 130,351 miles
  • 2016 – 120,623 miles
  • 2015 – 106,139 miles
  • 2014 – 97,347 miles
  • 2013 – 87,709 miles
  • 2012 – 77,637 miles
  • 2011 – 62,199 miles
  • 2010 – 48,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,553 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 23 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,553 miles (+4,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    165,553 miles
    Test number
    639954531137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass160,619 miles (+8,071)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    160,619 miles
    Test number
    992428080303
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass152,548 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    152,548 miles
    Test number
    591204079678
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail152,548 miles (+8,212)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,548 miles
    Test number
    414994680300
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,336 miles (+7,214)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    144,336 miles
    Test number
    509196327400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  6. Pass137,122 miles (+6,771)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    137,122 miles
    Test number
    852638007061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass130,351 miles (+9,728)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    130,351 miles
    Test number
    686347671288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,623 miles (+14,484)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    120,623 miles
    Test number
    522641822051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,139 miles (+8,792)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    106,139 miles
    Test number
    297331414451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,347 miles (+9,638)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    97,347 miles
    Test number
    508288854282
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  11. Pass87,709 miles (+10,072)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    87,709 miles
    Test number
    415569333292
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.

  12. Pass77,637 miles (+15,438)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    77,637 miles
    Test number
    527597452280
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low.
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.

  13. Pass62,199 miles (+14,046)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    62,199 miles
    Test number
    458639351231
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass48,153 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,153 miles
    Test number
    872996260227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteStone chips and road marks front windscreen.

Questions about T12 DRF

Does T12 DRF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T12 DRF expired on 29 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T12 DRF?
The MOT on T12 DRF expired on 29 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T12 DRF done?
T12 DRF was recorded at 165,553 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2023, an average of 8,961 miles a year.
Has T12 DRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 DRF has failed 1 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on T12 DRF 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 T12 DRF find?
T12 DRF passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2023 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both side.

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