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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T291 OVGMOT history

T291 OVG is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 175,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2022
Mileage
175,930 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T291 OVG
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
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T291 OVG was last recorded at 175,930 miles on 14 Oct 2021, 4,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,007 miles · 8 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
4,923 miles
Average per year
7,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 175,930 miles
  • 2020 – 171,007 miles
  • 2019 – 168,355 miles
  • 2018 – 161,309 miles
  • 2017 – 154,326 miles
  • 2016 – 147,390 miles
  • 2015 – 144,294 miles
  • 2014 – 140,785 miles
  • 2013 – 136,397 miles
  • 2012 – 131,434 miles
  • 2011 – 124,663 miles
  • 2010 – 119,753 miles
  • 2009 – 110,256 miles
  • 2008 – 98,958 miles
  • 2007 – 86,752 miles
  • 2006 – 62,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,930 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,930 miles (+4,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    175,930 miles
    Test number
    839201222445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass171,007 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    171,007 miles
    Test number
    135405470926
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail171,006 miles (+2,651)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,006 miles
    Test number
    321679139070
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass168,355 miles (+7,046)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    168,355 miles
    Test number
    892233291036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass161,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    161,309 miles
    Test number
    673928377187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail161,037 miles (+6,711)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,037 miles
    Test number
    430430463405
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass154,326 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    154,326 miles
    Test number
    596317379392
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail154,324 miles (+6,934)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,324 miles
    Test number
    973857286016
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass147,390 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    147,390 miles
    Test number
    742209705240
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Fail147,390 miles (+3,096)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,390 miles
    Test number
    732823361753
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass144,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    144,294 miles
    Test number
    978234049787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail144,294 miles (+3,509)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,294 miles
    Test number
    297336891675
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass140,785 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    140,785 miles
    Test number
    109599374210
    • 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. Fail140,784 miles (+4,387)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,784 miles
    Test number
    518359574205
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass136,397 miles (+4,963)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    136,397 miles
    Test number
    368257173444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass131,434 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    131,434 miles
    Test number
    236886172296
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail131,433 miles (+6,770)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,433 miles
    Test number
    518596772255
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (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 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass124,663 miles (+4,910)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    124,663 miles
    Test number
    396959071443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass119,753 miles (+9,497)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    119,753 miles
    Test number
    574624770280
    • 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)
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorating
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  20. Pass110,256 miles (+11,298)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    110,256 miles
    Test number
    551645579209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear numbers fading

  21. Pass98,958 miles (+12,206)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    98,958 miles
    Test number
    943337278228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass86,752 miles (+23,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    86,752 miles
    Test number
    573677877278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass62,792 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,792 miles
    Test number
    842889476046
    • NoteAdvised osr tyre low on tread 3mm

Questions about T291 OVG

Does T291 OVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T291 OVG expired on 13 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T291 OVG?
The MOT on T291 OVG expired on 13 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T291 OVG done?
T291 OVG was recorded at 175,930 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2021, an average of 7,266 miles a year.
Has T291 OVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T291 OVG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on T291 OVG 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 T291 OVG find?
T291 OVG passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2021 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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