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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T274 LJAMOT history

T274 LJA is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 195,511 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2024
Mileage
195,511 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T274 LJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2024
Latest MOT test
16 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T274 LJA was last recorded at 195,511 miles on 16 May 2023, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,475 miles · 13 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
7,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 195,511 miles
  • 2022 – 188,232 miles
  • 2020 – 182,753 miles
  • 2019 – 167,626 miles
  • 2018 – 152,512 miles
  • 2017 – 147,225 miles
  • 2016 – 141,729 miles
  • 2015 – 132,994 miles
  • 2014 – 125,902 miles
  • 2013 – 119,800 miles
  • 2012 – 112,910 miles
  • 2011 – 105,005 miles
  • 2010 – 95,245 miles
  • 2009 – 87,694 miles
  • 2008 – 77,188 miles
  • 2007 – 67,003 miles
  • 2006 – 58,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,511 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,511 miles (+36)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    195,511 miles
    Test number
    978952211473
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  2. Fail195,475 miles (+14)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,475 miles
    Test number
    314544459979
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail195,461 miles (+7,229)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,461 miles
    Test number
    318486826691
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass188,232 miles (+5,479)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    188,232 miles
    Test number
    218990766824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass182,753 miles (+15,127)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    182,753 miles
    Test number
    817764953057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass167,626 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    167,626 miles
    Test number
    480171179727
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail167,622 miles (+15,110)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,622 miles
    Test number
    944424126741
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator pad warning light on unable to see pads properly (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass152,512 miles (+5,287)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    152,512 miles
    Test number
    448198939458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass147,225 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    147,225 miles
    Test number
    413116503206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail147,223 miles (+5,494)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,223 miles
    Test number
    698077918139
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass141,729 miles (+8,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    141,729 miles
    Test number
    662107791654
    • AdvisoryThrottle action very stiff.

  12. Pass132,994 miles (+7,092)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    132,994 miles
    Test number
    418929165052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass125,902 miles (+6,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    125,902 miles
    Test number
    727812774094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass119,800 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    119,800 miles
    Test number
    475390963077
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail119,795 miles (+6,885)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,795 miles
    Test number
    108089253071
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass112,910 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    112,910 miles
    Test number
    338439962010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCondensation in o/s/f headlamp

  17. Fail112,910 miles (+7,905)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,910 miles
    Test number
    119888462432
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCondensation in o/s/f headlamp

  18. Pass105,005 miles (+9,760)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    105,005 miles
    Test number
    495680961024
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth anti roll bar joint rubbers split.
    • NoteSlight leak from o/s diff seal.

  19. Fail95,245 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,245 miles
    Test number
    463460660034
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass95,245 miles (+7,551)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    95,245 miles
    Test number
    630430960054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass87,694 miles (+10,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    87,694 miles
    Test number
    121125679033
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass77,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,188 miles
    Test number
    990122878042
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail77,188 miles (+10,185)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,188 miles
    Test number
    114421978483
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres at 2mm. offside rear tyre 2mm

  24. Pass67,003 miles (+8,285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    67,003 miles
    Test number
    722081477053
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass58,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    58,718 miles
    Test number
    473561986041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T274 LJA

Does T274 LJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T274 LJA expired on 15 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T274 LJA?
The MOT on T274 LJA expired on 15 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T274 LJA done?
T274 LJA was recorded at 195,511 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2023, an average of 7,976 miles a year.
Has T274 LJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T274 LJA has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T274 LJA 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 T274 LJA find?
T274 LJA passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play rose bush, and 7 more.

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