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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,995 cc

T59 KCXMOT history

T59 KCX is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 152,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
152,223 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T59 KCX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T59 KCX was last recorded at 152,223 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Nov 2011: 80,301 miles, lower than 80,312 miles on 15 Oct 2010.
  • 19 Nov 2012: 80,300 miles, lower than 80,301 miles on 21 Nov 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
152,223 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,223 miles
  • 2024 – 147,140 miles
  • 2023 – 142,146 miles
  • 2022 – 136,994 miles
  • 2021 – 132,250 miles
  • 2020 – 128,625 miles
  • 2019 – 125,170 miles
  • 2018 – 121,361 miles
  • 2017 – 117,069 miles
  • 2016 – 111,120 miles
  • 2015 – 103,770 miles
  • 2014 – 96,188 miles
  • 2013 – 88,139 miles
  • 2012 – 80,300 miles
  • 2011 – 80,301 miles
  • 2010 – 80,312 miles
  • 2009 – 80,056 miles
  • 2008 – 77,794 miles
  • 2007 – 77,655 miles
  • 2006 – 72,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,223 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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 Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,223 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    152,223 miles
    Test number
    796489557680
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail152,223 miles (+5,083)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,223 miles
    Test number
    129227926338
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both boots (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill and jacking pad (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass147,140 miles (+4,994)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    147,140 miles
    Test number
    843320633051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass142,146 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    142,146 miles
    Test number
    442985444992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail142,144 miles (+5,150)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,144 miles
    Test number
    728651425101
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass136,994 miles (+154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    136,994 miles
    Test number
    380088445598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail136,840 miles (+4,590)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,840 miles
    Test number
    651290673371
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass132,250 miles (+3,625)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    132,250 miles
    Test number
    860418610332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass128,625 miles (+3,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    128,625 miles
    Test number
    342018039150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  10. Pass125,170 miles (+3,809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,170 miles
    Test number
    455339070170
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass121,361 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    121,361 miles
    Test number
    603906210966
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Fail121,361 miles (+4,292)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,361 miles
    Test number
    149510388278
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass117,069 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    117,069 miles
    Test number
    313564680842
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Fail117,068 miles (+5,948)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,068 miles
    Test number
    595880468144
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass111,120 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,120 miles
    Test number
    538798112565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail111,045 miles (+7,275)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,045 miles
    Test number
    519879661325
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass103,770 miles (+7,582)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    103,770 miles
    Test number
    958932140870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail96,188 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,188 miles
    Test number
    108531804301
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • NoteRear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

  19. Pass96,188 miles (+8,049)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    96,188 miles
    Test number
    808201504367
    • NoteRear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

  20. Pass88,139 miles (+7,839)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    88,139 miles
    Test number
    479691803308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteWindscreen has a series of cracks in the n/s/f top of screen

  21. Pass80,300 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    80,300 miles
    Test number
    467705722389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWindscreen has a series of cracks in the n/s/f top of screen

  22. Fail80,300 miles (-1)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,300 miles
    Test number
    445314322413
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWindscreen has a series of cracks in the n/s/f top of screen

  23. Pass80,301 miles (-11)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    80,301 miles
    Test number
    818765421350
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r door does not open from the outside

  24. Pass80,312 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    80,312 miles
    Test number
    972498080223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail80,301 miles (+245)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,301 miles
    Test number
    730681780215
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass80,056 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    80,056 miles
    Test number
    164180299233
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak???possible water pump?? speedo irratic ioperation??

  27. Fail80,054 miles (+2,260)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,054 miles
    Test number
    710158389255
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass77,794 miles (+139)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    77,794 miles
    Test number
    344204178276
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipes progressed corrosion

  29. Pass77,655 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    77,655 miles
    Test number
    162401997207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail77,645 miles (+5,598)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,645 miles
    Test number
    134983287296
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  31. Pass72,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    72,047 miles
    Test number
    122664186242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T59 KCX

Does T59 KCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T59 KCX is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T59 KCX?
The MOT on T59 KCX is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T59 KCX done?
T59 KCX was recorded at 152,223 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 4,204 miles a year.
Has T59 KCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T59 KCX has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T59 KCX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Nov 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T59 KCX find?
T59 KCX passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm; oil leak, but not excessive.

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