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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

T21 RGWMOT history

T21 RGW is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 28 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Dec 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 148,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Dec 2023
Mileage
148,888 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,972 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 RGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 RGW was last recorded at 148,888 miles on 21 Dec 2022, 1,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,497 miles · 22 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,391 miles
Average per year
5,972 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 148,888 miles
  • 2021 – 147,497 miles
  • 2020 – 145,192 miles
  • 2019 – 143,285 miles
  • 2018 – 141,055 miles
  • 2017 – 138,338 miles
  • 2016 – 134,783 miles
  • 2015 – 131,283 miles
  • 2014 – 126,272 miles
  • 2013 – 116,981 miles
  • 2012 – 108,746 miles
  • 2011 – 96,741 miles
  • 2010 – 86,388 miles
  • 2009 – 74,205 miles
  • 2008 – 65,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,888 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,888 miles (+1,391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    148,888 miles
    Test number
    726423983594
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass147,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    147,497 miles
    Test number
    295830415564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail147,497 miles (+2,305)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,497 miles
    Test number
    705854103168
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass145,192 miles (+1,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,192 miles
    Test number
    597824843673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass143,285 miles (+2,230)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    143,285 miles
    Test number
    270140832131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass141,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    141,055 miles
    Test number
    956672051630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail141,055 miles (+2,717)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,055 miles
    Test number
    927817058863
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass138,338 miles (+3,555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    138,338 miles
    Test number
    612871362709
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass134,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    134,783 miles
    Test number
    244562461284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail134,783 miles (+3,500)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,783 miles
    Test number
    747702541551
    • DangerousSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass131,283 miles (+5,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    131,283 miles
    Test number
    668727725402
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass126,272 miles (+48)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    126,272 miles
    Test number
    615223464304
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear pads on 0ffside low

  13. Fail126,224 miles (+9,243)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,224 miles
    Test number
    958947554332
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear pads on 0ffside low

  14. Pass116,981 miles (+8,235)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    116,981 miles
    Test number
    625141863369
    • Note225/50 x 17 Offside front tyre worn close to limit
    • NoteOffside rear brake pads worn close to limit

  15. Pass108,746 miles (+12,005)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    108,746 miles
    Test number
    445322562494
    • Note225/50 x 17 Offside front tyre heavily worn both edges

  16. Pass96,741 miles (+10,353)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    96,741 miles
    Test number
    399334441358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,388 miles (+12,183)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    86,388 miles
    Test number
    473648440428
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear brake pad sensor wire broken
    • NoteRear tyres on 3mm

  18. Pass74,205 miles (+8,999)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    74,205 miles
    Test number
    334233669397
    • NoteOff-side rear tyre - tread low.
    • NoteTwo child seats fitted in rear.

  19. Fail65,206 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,206 miles
    Test number
    373231958393
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass65,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    65,206 miles
    Test number
    473201758465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T21 RGW

Does T21 RGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T21 RGW expired on 28 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T21 RGW?
The MOT on T21 RGW expired on 28 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T21 RGW done?
T21 RGW was recorded at 148,888 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2022, an average of 5,972 miles a year.
Has T21 RGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 RGW has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T21 RGW 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 T21 RGW find?
T21 RGW passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2022 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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