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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T495 ARXMOT history

T495 ARX is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 139,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2024
Mileage
139,571 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T495 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T495 ARX was last recorded at 139,571 miles on 9 Feb 2023, 885 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,686 miles · 15 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
885 miles
Average per year
1,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,571 miles
  • 2022 – 138,686 miles
  • 2021 – 138,180 miles
  • 2020 – 137,685 miles
  • 2019 – 136,143 miles
  • 2018 – 133,865 miles
  • 2017 – 132,924 miles
  • 2016 – 130,260 miles
  • 2015 – 128,755 miles
  • 2014 – 126,009 miles
  • 2013 – 123,621 miles
  • 2012 – 120,807 miles
  • 2011 – 118,667 miles
  • 2010 – 116,995 miles
  • 2009 – 111,815 miles
  • 2008 – 109,430 miles
  • 2007 – 109,160 miles
  • 2006 – 108,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,571 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced damp inside (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,571 miles (+885)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    139,571 miles
    Test number
    526550839348
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass138,686 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    138,686 miles
    Test number
    859932407362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear cills inner are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail138,684 miles (+504)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,684 miles
    Test number
    956986032824
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear cills inner are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery light is on

  4. Pass138,180 miles (+495)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    138,180 miles
    Test number
    422009473289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass137,685 miles (+1,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    137,685 miles
    Test number
    722549413496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,143 miles (+2,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    136,143 miles
    Test number
    431602514587
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlight is damp inside & starting to effect beam image

  7. Pass133,865 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    133,865 miles
    Test number
    893178533825
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement All (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail133,865 miles (+941)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,865 miles
    Test number
    701219321341
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement All (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass132,924 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    132,924 miles
    Test number
    889635435881
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Fail132,915 miles (+2,655)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,915 miles
    Test number
    306002874460
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Pass130,260 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    130,260 miles
    Test number
    414005221856
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced damp inside (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail130,259 miles (+1,504)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,259 miles
    Test number
    829477967944
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced damp inside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished

  13. Pass128,755 miles (+2,746)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    128,755 miles
    Test number
    907783945077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass126,009 miles (+2,388)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    126,009 miles
    Test number
    139213044496
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass123,621 miles (+1)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    123,621 miles
    Test number
    306686143085
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteCondensation inside offside headlamp glass
    • NoteNearside and offside rear jacking points corroded
    • NoteRear wiper blade perishing

  16. Fail123,620 miles (+2,813)3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,620 miles
    Test number
    715015543047
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteAsc warning light on
    • NoteCondensation inside offside headlamp glass
    • NoteNearside and offside rear jacking points corroded
    • NoteRear wiper blade perishing

  17. Pass120,807 miles (+2,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    120,807 miles
    Test number
    199158942039
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass118,667 miles (+1,672)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    118,667 miles
    Test number
    599878431169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass116,995 miles (+5,180)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    116,995 miles
    Test number
    483687760076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass111,815 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    111,815 miles
    Test number
    761282769004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass109,430 miles (+270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    109,430 miles
    Test number
    871057368094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass109,160 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    109,160 miles
    Test number
    793204367032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass108,701 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    108,701 miles
    Test number
    443855176029
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

Questions about T495 ARX

Does T495 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T495 ARX expired on 18 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T495 ARX?
The MOT on T495 ARX expired on 18 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T495 ARX done?
T495 ARX was recorded at 139,571 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2023, an average of 1,826 miles a year.
Has T495 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T495 ARX has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T495 ARX 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 T495 ARX find?
T495 ARX passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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