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BMW 520

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T512 ONVMOT history

T512 ONV is a green petrol BMW 520 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2026
Mileage
99,212 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T512 ONV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T512 ONV was last recorded at 99,212 miles on 17 Jul 2025, 278 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,934 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
278 miles
Average per year
2,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,212 miles
  • 2024 – 94,850 miles
  • 2023 – 92,044 miles
  • 2022 – 89,972 miles
  • 2021 – 87,435 miles
  • 2020 – 85,342 miles
  • 2019 – 83,087 miles
  • 2018 – 80,039 miles
  • 2017 – 79,042 miles
  • 2016 – 78,208 miles
  • 2015 – 76,899 miles
  • 2014 – 74,117 miles
  • 2013 – 72,127 miles
  • 2012 – 69,551 miles
  • 2011 – 67,238 miles
  • 2009 – 63,649 miles
  • 2008 – 57,997 miles
  • 2007 – 56,031 miles
  • 2006 – 53,170 miles
  • 2005 – 52,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,212 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,212 miles (+278)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    99,212 miles
    Test number
    680973913925
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail98,934 miles (+4,084)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,934 miles
    Test number
    469848879661
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass94,850 miles (+2,806)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,850 miles
    Test number
    130237066211
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass92,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    92,044 miles
    Test number
    196420598228
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail92,044 miles (+2,072)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,044 miles
    Test number
    558802304898
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also incorrect rotation (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass89,972 miles (+2,537)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,972 miles
    Test number
    387777668331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills showing signs of corrosion

  7. Pass87,435 miles (+2,093)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    87,435 miles
    Test number
    501051712534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,342 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    85,342 miles
    Test number
    758827766053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,313 miles (+2,226)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,313 miles
    Test number
    573362378208
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass83,087 miles (+3,048)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    83,087 miles
    Test number
    111227571627
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn very low on inside edge

  11. Pass80,039 miles (+997)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,039 miles
    Test number
    335828276084
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn very low on inside edge.

  12. Pass79,042 miles (+834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    79,042 miles
    Test number
    701298939994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn low on inside edge

  13. Pass78,208 miles (+1,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    78,208 miles
    Test number
    398184861851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass76,899 miles (+2,782)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    76,899 miles
    Test number
    538727495172
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass74,117 miles (+1,990)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,117 miles
    Test number
    919117454151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass72,127 miles (+2,576)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    72,127 miles
    Test number
    428584153152
    • 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)

  17. Pass69,551 miles (+2,313)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    69,551 miles
    Test number
    655777062119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,238 miles (+3,589)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,238 miles
    Test number
    306703351129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    63,649 miles
    Test number
    212272459325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,649 miles (+5,652)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,649 miles
    Test number
    112771959301
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail57,997 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,997 miles
    Test number
    224715148396
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteAdvise slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing and also slight play in steering coloumn

  22. Pass57,997 miles (+1,966)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    57,997 miles
    Test number
    753515348357
    • NoteAdvise slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing and also slight play in steering coloumn

  23. Pass56,031 miles (+148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    56,031 miles
    Test number
    651677947314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail55,883 miles (+2,713)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,883 miles
    Test number
    241875447307
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass53,170 miles (+1,064)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    53,170 miles
    Test number
    511583166332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass52,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    52,106 miles
    Test number
    114644245333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T512 ONV

Does T512 ONV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T512 ONV expired on 16 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T512 ONV?
The MOT on T512 ONV expired on 16 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T512 ONV done?
T512 ONV was recorded at 99,212 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2025, an average of 2,403 miles a year.
Has T512 ONV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T512 ONV has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T512 ONV 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 T512 ONV find?
T512 ONV passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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