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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T504 BJMMOT history

T504 BJM is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 6 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 134,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 May 2027
Mileage
134,446 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T504 BJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T504 BJM was last recorded at 134,446 miles on 6 May 2026, 4,299 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,147 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,299 miles
Average per year
2,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,446 miles
  • 2025 – 130,147 miles
  • 2024 – 125,652 miles
  • 2023 – 120,816 miles
  • 2022 – 111,504 miles
  • 2021 – 104,632 miles
  • 2020 – 103,453 miles
  • 2017 – 95,007 miles
  • 2016 – 94,395 miles
  • 2015 – 91,930 miles
  • 2014 – 91,596 miles
  • 2013 – 91,580 miles
  • 2011 – 90,822 miles
  • 2010 – 90,086 miles
  • 2009 – 89,426 miles
  • 2007 – 87,148 miles
  • 2006 – 83,389 miles
  • 2005 – 77,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,446 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,446 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2027
    Odometer
    134,446 miles
    Test number
    912787627638
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail134,446 miles (+4,299)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,446 miles
    Test number
    327936441175
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass130,147 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    130,147 miles
    Test number
    332272796351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail130,147 miles (+4,495)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,147 miles
    Test number
    872658531883
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass125,652 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    125,652 miles
    Test number
    356977907874
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  6. Fail125,652 miles (+4,836)3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,652 miles
    Test number
    202940853148
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  7. Pass120,816 miles (+113)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,816 miles
    Test number
    157534750717
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill around jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill around jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail120,703 miles (+9,199)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,703 miles
    Test number
    247830005858
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill around jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill around jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass111,504 miles (+6,872)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    111,504 miles
    Test number
    736086908203
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass104,632 miles (+1,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    104,632 miles
    Test number
    159899120916
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass103,453 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    103,453 miles
    Test number
    874955146126
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail103,453 miles (+8,446)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,453 miles
    Test number
    282873001681
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass95,007 miles (+612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,007 miles
    Test number
    342490253789
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass94,395 miles (+2,465)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    94,395 miles
    Test number
    194628625991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,930 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,930 miles
    Test number
    948959055152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    91,596 miles
    Test number
    525877124010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail91,596 miles (+16)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,596 miles
    Test number
    769157424058
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  18. Pass91,580 miles (+758)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    91,580 miles
    Test number
    458804223046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,822 miles (+259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    90,822 miles
    Test number
    529074561384
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  20. Fail90,563 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,563 miles
    Test number
    486904621091
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s mirror cracked

  21. Pass90,563 miles (+477)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    90,563 miles
    Test number
    966864321016
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s mirror cracked

  22. Pass90,086 miles (+660)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    90,086 miles
    Test number
    983196620082
    • NoteN/s door mirror lens cracked (use internal mirror)
    • NoteRear number plate edge starting to delaminate

  23. Pass89,426 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    89,426 miles
    Test number
    231628009096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside rear lamp cluster damaged

  24. Fail89,426 miles (+2,278)2 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,426 miles
    Test number
    652678509033
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside rear lamp cluster damaged

  25. Pass87,148 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    87,148 miles
    Test number
    104538297247
    • NoteOffside and nearside front discs and pads worn

  26. Fail87,147 miles (+3,758)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,147 miles
    Test number
    321037397290
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front discs and pads worn

  27. Pass83,389 miles (+5,902)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    83,389 miles
    Test number
    500995506373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass77,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    77,487 miles
    Test number
    971154895203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T504 BJM

Does T504 BJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T504 BJM is valid until 16 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T504 BJM?
The MOT on T504 BJM is valid until 16 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T504 BJM done?
T504 BJM was recorded at 134,446 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 2,773 miles a year.
Has T504 BJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T504 BJM has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T504 BJM 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 T504 BJM find?
T504 BJM passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 1 more.

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