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BMW 520

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T353 AHYMOT history

T353 AHY is a green petrol BMW 520 first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 201,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2024
Mileage
201,016 mi
At MOT on 29 Feb 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T353 AHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T353 AHY was last recorded at 201,016 miles on 29 Feb 2024, 2,616 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,400 miles · 14 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
2,616 miles
Average per year
3,475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 201,016 miles
  • 2023 – 198,400 miles
  • 2022 – 195,670 miles
  • 2021 – 194,611 miles
  • 2019 – 191,905 miles
  • 2018 – 189,021 miles
  • 2017 – 188,140 miles
  • 2016 – 184,823 miles
  • 2015 – 181,029 miles
  • 2014 – 178,003 miles
  • 2013 – 173,933 miles
  • 2012 – 171,730 miles
  • 2011 – 169,839 miles
  • 2010 – 166,820 miles
  • 2009 – 163,336 miles
  • 2008 – 159,069 miles
  • 2007 – 153,148 miles
  • 2006 – 144,936 miles
  • 2005 – 135,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail201,016 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel liner loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to body
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose
  • AdvisoryRear panel corroded above bumper

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2012

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail201,016 miles (+2,616)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,016 miles
    Test number
    878518717046
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel liner loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to body
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear panel corroded above bumper

  2. Pass198,400 miles (+2,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    198,400 miles
    Test number
    261936722358
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  3. Pass195,670 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    195,670 miles
    Test number
    613152345392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail195,567 miles (+2)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,567 miles
    Test number
    611568671364
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Fail195,565 miles (+954)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,565 miles
    Test number
    585870268047
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass194,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    194,611 miles
    Test number
    869971126153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail194,610 miles (+2,705)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,610 miles
    Test number
    261497690558
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass191,905 miles (+2,884)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    191,905 miles
    Test number
    802594655699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges worn. 205/65R15. 94V. Federal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass189,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    189,021 miles
    Test number
    679856197392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail189,021 miles (+881)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,021 miles
    Test number
    430131662945
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass188,140 miles (+3,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    188,140 miles
    Test number
    443029790121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass184,823 miles (+3,794)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    184,823 miles
    Test number
    702579834795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass181,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    181,029 miles
    Test number
    349182105489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail181,029 miles (+3,026)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,029 miles
    Test number
    136731605257
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

  15. Pass178,003 miles (+4,070)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    178,003 miles
    Test number
    587569784128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass173,933 miles (+1)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    173,933 miles
    Test number
    386252113296
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOrange pad warning light illuminated
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield detached
    • NoteRear high level lamp not operating

  17. Fail173,932 miles (+2,202)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,932 miles
    Test number
    746000293140
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOrange pad warning lamp illuminated
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  18. Pass171,730 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    171,730 miles
    Test number
    999924292144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBrake fluid/pad warning light on

  19. Fail171,730 miles (+1,891)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,730 miles
    Test number
    295382092468
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBrake fluid/pad warning light on

  20. Pass169,839 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    169,839 miles
    Test number
    519227761138
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  21. Fail169,839 miles (+3,019)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,839 miles
    Test number
    387976061108
    • DangerousFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  22. Pass166,820 miles (+3,484)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    166,820 miles
    Test number
    171346960180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass163,336 miles (+2)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    163,336 miles
    Test number
    532674569173
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear nearside wing creased in two places

  24. Fail163,334 miles (+4,265)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,334 miles
    Test number
    292510569485
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureRear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear nearside wing creased in two places

  25. Pass159,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    159,069 miles
    Test number
    582672178109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail159,069 miles (+5,921)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,069 miles
    Test number
    911979968122
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass153,148 miles (+8,212)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    153,148 miles
    Test number
    913411677111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass144,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    144,936 miles
    Test number
    230130966488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail144,936 miles (+9,265)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,936 miles
    Test number
    204288356158
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass135,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2006
    Odometer
    135,671 miles
    Test number
    741191835191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail135,671 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,671 miles
    Test number
    180140835123
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Questions about T353 AHY

Does T353 AHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T353 AHY expired on 13 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T353 AHY?
The MOT on T353 AHY expired on 13 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T353 AHY done?
T353 AHY was recorded at 201,016 miles at its MOT on 29 Feb 2024, an average of 3,475 miles a year.
Has T353 AHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T353 AHY has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T353 AHY 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 T353 AHY find?
T353 AHY failed its latest MOT on 29 Feb 2024 with 8 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens seriously defective; nearside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 13 more.

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