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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

T40 BLGMOT history

T40 BLG is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Oct 2009. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 199,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2026
Mileage
199,722 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 BLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 BLG was last recorded at 199,722 miles on 28 Jun 2025, 8,942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
190,780 miles · 12 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
8,942 miles
Average per year
12,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 199,722 miles
  • 2024 – 190,780 miles
  • 2023 – 180,833 miles
  • 2022 – 173,014 miles
  • 2021 – 165,697 miles
  • 2020 – 165,494 miles
  • 2019 – 145,917 miles
  • 2018 – 125,905 miles
  • 2017 – 112,687 miles
  • 2016 – 98,353 miles
  • 2015 – 79,058 miles
  • 2014 – 64,728 miles
  • 2013 – 50,667 miles
  • 2012 – 40,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,722 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,722 miles (+8,942)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    199,722 miles
    Test number
    631782711169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass190,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    190,780 miles
    Test number
    873514309543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail190,780 miles (+9,947)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,780 miles
    Test number
    364226197208
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure at flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass180,833 miles (+7,819)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    180,833 miles
    Test number
    100627288044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass173,014 miles (+7,317)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    173,014 miles
    Test number
    142516591002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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 225/50/17 RFT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated

  6. Pass165,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    165,697 miles
    Test number
    391001273329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail165,697 miles (+203)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,697 miles
    Test number
    987960648849
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working both side lights inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both inner faces heavy pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively wheel slight bind (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively wheel slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass165,494 miles (+19,577)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    165,494 miles
    Test number
    426681270323
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass145,917 miles (+20,012)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    145,917 miles
    Test number
    187446732477
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass125,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    125,905 miles
    Test number
    862205710726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,905 miles (+13,218)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,905 miles
    Test number
    172405640027
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass112,687 miles (+14,334)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    112,687 miles
    Test number
    145616975192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,353 miles (+19,295)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    98,353 miles
    Test number
    758746369030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,058 miles
    Test number
    282624382883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,058 miles (+14,330)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,058 miles
    Test number
    394317615162
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass64,728 miles (+14,061)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,728 miles
    Test number
    377950094299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass50,667 miles (+9,945)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    50,667 miles
    Test number
    565244673253
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass40,722 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    40,722 miles
    Test number
    919570392292
    • 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)
    • NoteService indicator on

Questions about T40 BLG

Does T40 BLG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T40 BLG expired on 27 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T40 BLG?
The MOT on T40 BLG expired on 27 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T40 BLG done?
T40 BLG was recorded at 199,722 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2025, an average of 12,522 miles a year.
Has T40 BLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 BLG has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T40 BLG 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 T40 BLG find?
T40 BLG passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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