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BMW 520

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

T44 YPDMOT history

T44 YPD is a red diesel BMW 520 first used on 15 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 163,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
163,944 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T44 YPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T44 YPD was last recorded at 163,944 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,270 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
674 miles
Average per year
9,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,944 miles
  • 2025 – 163,270 miles
  • 2024 – 161,140 miles
  • 2023 – 156,909 miles
  • 2022 – 152,876 miles
  • 2021 – 149,101 miles
  • 2020 – 145,749 miles
  • 2019 – 138,264 miles
  • 2018 – 131,067 miles
  • 2017 – 122,375 miles
  • 2016 – 109,701 miles
  • 2015 – 101,866 miles
  • 2014 – 82,447 miles
  • 2013 – 56,773 miles
  • 2012 – 42,116 miles
  • 2011 – 30,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,944 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished & worn on outer edge
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,944 miles (+674)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    163,944 miles
    Test number
    852395802901
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished & worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass163,270 miles (+2,130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,270 miles
    Test number
    962680485725
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass161,140 miles (+4,231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    161,140 miles
    Test number
    570833662851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass156,909 miles (+4,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    156,909 miles
    Test number
    812115894492
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted
  5. Pass152,876 miles (+3,775)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    152,876 miles
    Test number
    497761385091
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass149,101 miles (+211)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    149,101 miles
    Test number
    918346462636
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail148,890 miles (+3,141)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,890 miles
    Test number
    535613778892
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.53 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass145,749 miles (+7,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,749 miles
    Test number
    438535876315
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel getting high
  9. Pass138,264 miles (+7,197)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    138,264 miles
    Test number
    271628929729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass131,067 miles (+8,692)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    131,067 miles
    Test number
    151981673247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass122,375 miles (+12,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    122,375 miles
    Test number
    401477586156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
  12. Pass109,701 miles (+7,835)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    109,701 miles
    Test number
    866267112843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,866 miles (+19,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    101,866 miles
    Test number
    809547655124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  14. Pass82,447 miles (+25,674)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    82,447 miles
    Test number
    829814364120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,773 miles (+14,657)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    56,773 miles
    Test number
    876879173136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,116 miles (+11,805)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,116 miles
    Test number
    726273692110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,311 miles
    Test number
    307914291107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T44 YPD

Does T44 YPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T44 YPD is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T44 YPD?
The MOT on T44 YPD is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T44 YPD done?
T44 YPD was recorded at 163,944 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 9,125 miles a year.
Has T44 YPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T44 YPD has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T44 YPD 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 T44 YPD find?
T44 YPD passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear tyre perished & worn on outer edge, and 1 more.

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