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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

T31 SWSMOT history

T31 SWS is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 21 Aug 2013. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 175,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
175,286 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T31 SWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
21 Aug 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T31 SWS was last recorded at 175,286 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 9,480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,806 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,480 miles
Average per year
12,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,286 miles
  • 2025 – 165,806 miles
  • 2023 – 150,909 miles
  • 2021 – 117,694 miles
  • 2019 – 97,252 miles
  • 2018 – 83,643 miles
  • 2017 – 65,858 miles
  • 2016 – 47,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,286 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,286 miles (+9,480)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    175,286 miles
    Test number
    644152846806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass165,806 miles (+14,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    165,806 miles
    Test number
    388845362548
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass150,909 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    150,909 miles
    Test number
    917312621989
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail150,903 miles (+33,209)6 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,903 miles
    Test number
    791467439602
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening insecure support brace (6.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass117,694 miles (+20,442)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    117,694 miles
    Test number
    147465559673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass97,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,252 miles
    Test number
    848604265977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,252 miles (+13,609)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,252 miles
    Test number
    642704867017
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass83,643 miles (+17,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,643 miles
    Test number
    761192616216
    • 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))

  9. Pass65,858 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,858 miles
    Test number
    633515543137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail65,762 miles (+18,762)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,762 miles
    Test number
    527001537211
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed n/s/r (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working n/s/f (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working o/s/f (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureHeadlamp levelling device inoperative n/s/f + o/s/f (1.7.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam n/s/f (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam o/s/f (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/r (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass47,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,000 miles
    Test number
    581583592547
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T31 SWS

Does T31 SWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T31 SWS is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T31 SWS?
The MOT on T31 SWS is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T31 SWS done?
T31 SWS was recorded at 175,286 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 12,876 miles a year.
Has T31 SWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T31 SWS has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T31 SWS 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 T31 SWS find?
T31 SWS passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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