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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

T20 BJCMOT history

T20 BJC is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 177,130 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
177,130 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 BJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 BJC was last recorded at 177,130 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 3,867 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,263 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,867 miles
Average per year
7,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,130 miles
  • 2025 – 173,263 miles
  • 2024 – 168,539 miles
  • 2023 – 163,464 miles
  • 2022 – 157,066 miles
  • 2021 – 149,345 miles
  • 2020 – 139,366 miles
  • 2019 – 130,729 miles
  • 2018 – 122,520 miles
  • 2017 – 114,523 miles
  • 2016 – 103,128 miles
  • 2015 – 92,378 miles
  • 2014 – 82,130 miles
  • 2013 – 72,876 miles
  • 2012 – 64,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,130 miles
  • 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))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack on n/s

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,130 miles (+3,867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    177,130 miles
    Test number
    240130590707
    • 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))

  2. Pass173,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    173,263 miles
    Test number
    116402990725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail173,263 miles (+4,724)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,263 miles
    Test number
    817087928723
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass168,539 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    168,539 miles
    Test number
    978299747075
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack on n/s (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail168,539 miles (+5,075)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,539 miles
    Test number
    640487567829
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack on n/s (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass163,464 miles (+6,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    163,464 miles
    Test number
    730066656054
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass157,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    157,066 miles
    Test number
    566751514880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail157,066 miles (+7,721)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,066 miles
    Test number
    282601465309
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  9. Pass149,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    149,345 miles
    Test number
    512291025887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail149,345 miles (+9,979)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,345 miles
    Test number
    331851096233
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass139,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    139,366 miles
    Test number
    786676122353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail139,366 miles (+741)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,366 miles
    Test number
    390290987052
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass138,625 miles (+7,896)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    138,625 miles
    Test number
    453229844263
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass130,729 miles (+8,209)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    130,729 miles
    Test number
    550124384042
    • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  15. Pass122,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    122,520 miles
    Test number
    998165806729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail122,519 miles (+7,996)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,519 miles
    Test number
    236749118137
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass114,523 miles (+11,395)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    114,523 miles
    Test number
    955631897290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,128 miles (+10,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    103,128 miles
    Test number
    872880448030
    • AdvisoryAlthough hand brake passed minimum standard, it may benefit from service/adjustment

  19. Pass92,378 miles (+10,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,378 miles
    Test number
    565836685071
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass82,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,130 miles
    Test number
    496660684001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,130 miles (+9,254)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,130 miles
    Test number
    816270584029
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  22. Pass72,876 miles (+8,357)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,876 miles
    Test number
    478407683001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEmissions to clean to register tested 3 times

  23. Pass64,519 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,519 miles
    Test number
    555629472074
    • 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)

Questions about T20 BJC

Does T20 BJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T20 BJC is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T20 BJC?
The MOT on T20 BJC is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T20 BJC done?
T20 BJC was recorded at 177,130 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 7,766 miles a year.
Has T20 BJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 BJC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T20 BJC 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 T20 BJC find?
T20 BJC passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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