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BMW 520

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

T3 MWXMOT history

T3 MWX is a grey petrol BMW 520 first used on 6 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 162,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2026
Mileage
162,213 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 MWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 MWX was last recorded at 162,213 miles on 3 Feb 2025, 2,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,312 miles · 30 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,901 miles
Average per year
7,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,213 miles
  • 2024 – 159,312 miles
  • 2022 – 152,448 miles
  • 2021 – 136,663 miles
  • 2019 – 126,268 miles
  • 2018 – 115,190 miles
  • 2017 – 110,934 miles
  • 2016 – 106,824 miles
  • 2014 – 103,390 miles
  • 2013 – 99,377 miles
  • 2012 – 93,828 miles
  • 2011 – 83,723 miles
  • 2010 – 63,509 miles
  • 2009 – 51,690 miles
  • 2008 – 41,283 miles
  • 2007 – 29,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,213 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,213 miles (+2,901)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    162,213 miles
    Test number
    186634130248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass159,312 miles (+6,864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    159,312 miles
    Test number
    396070704455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,448 miles (+15,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    152,448 miles
    Test number
    924329518559
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass136,663 miles (+6,041)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    136,663 miles
    Test number
    260790065636
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass130,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    130,622 miles
    Test number
    844000456102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail130,622 miles (+4,354)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,622 miles
    Test number
    723989847171
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  7. Pass126,268 miles (+6,275)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    126,268 miles
    Test number
    262726060696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,993 miles (+4,803)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    119,993 miles
    Test number
    731129338906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass115,190 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    115,190 miles
    Test number
    508331969574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail115,133 miles (+4,199)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,133 miles
    Test number
    925419599397
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAdvise on corrosion to nearside rear brake pipe to flex hose, and remaining rear brake pipes adjacent to fuel tank and above sub-frame.

  11. Pass110,934 miles (+4,110)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    110,934 miles
    Test number
    201751218973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    106,824 miles
    Test number
    565519449930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail106,806 miles (+3,416)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,806 miles
    Test number
    836399928180
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  14. Pass103,390 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    103,390 miles
    Test number
    177838654326
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail103,390 miles (+4,013)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,390 miles
    Test number
    157858554316
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass99,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    99,377 miles
    Test number
    966645153399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail99,377 miles (+5,549)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,377 miles
    Test number
    377695453368
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass93,828 miles (+10,105)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    93,828 miles
    Test number
    425786652366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    83,723 miles
    Test number
    229437251375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail83,723 miles (+9,361)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,723 miles
    Test number
    589157951352
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass74,362 miles (+10,853)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,362 miles
    Test number
    288154301033
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteHandbrake rquires adjustment

  22. Pass63,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    63,509 miles
    Test number
    614094000084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail63,509 miles (+11,819)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,509 miles
    Test number
    861424000029
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass51,690 miles (+10,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    51,690 miles
    Test number
    662282709000
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass41,283 miles (+11,577)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    41,283 miles
    Test number
    480544208089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    29,706 miles
    Test number
    714974407038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T3 MWX

Does T3 MWX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T3 MWX expired on 2 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T3 MWX?
The MOT on T3 MWX expired on 2 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T3 MWX done?
T3 MWX was recorded at 162,213 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2025, an average of 7,328 miles a year.
Has T3 MWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 MWX has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T3 MWX 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 T3 MWX find?
T3 MWX passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 1 more.

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