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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

T8 MUVMOT history

T8 MUV is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 12 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 164,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
164,558 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 MUV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 MUV was last recorded at 164,558 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,557 miles · 20 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,558 miles
  • 2025 – 158,882 miles
  • 2024 – 154,651 miles
  • 2023 – 150,743 miles
  • 2016 – 143,764 miles
  • 2015 – 134,728 miles
  • 2014 – 124,490 miles
  • 2013 – 113,226 miles
  • 2012 – 102,350 miles
  • 2011 – 91,330 miles
  • 2010 – 88,656 miles
  • 2009 – 64,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,558 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,558 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    164,558 miles
    Test number
    235088166979
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail164,557 miles (+5,675)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,557 miles
    Test number
    273046147695
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass158,882 miles (+4,231)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    158,882 miles
    Test number
    120206205734
    • MinorFront Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction decal on top of screen (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front foglamp not working

  4. Pass154,651 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    154,651 miles
    Test number
    959275534850
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated link rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened +support bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail154,650 miles (+3,907)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,650 miles
    Test number
    376891550530
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated link rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened +support bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass150,743 miles (+6,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    150,743 miles
    Test number
    763861788068
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass143,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    143,764 miles
    Test number
    946508268516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail143,764 miles (+9,036)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,764 miles
    Test number
    686025003301
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass134,728 miles (+10,238)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    134,728 miles
    Test number
    785797155008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass124,490 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    124,490 miles
    Test number
    516006784049
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Fail124,490 miles (+11,264)2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,490 miles
    Test number
    998626884035
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass113,226 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    113,226 miles
    Test number
    729214143065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail113,178 miles (+10,828)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,178 miles
    Test number
    528732443060
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass102,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    102,350 miles
    Test number
    408034942019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail102,341 miles (+11,011)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,341 miles
    Test number
    158544642421
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass91,330 miles (+2,674)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    91,330 miles
    Test number
    756123351029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass88,656 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    88,656 miles
    Test number
    671164440346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rear diff

  18. Fail88,656 miles (+24,073)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,656 miles
    Test number
    733704040310
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rear diff

  19. Pass64,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    64,583 miles
    Test number
    260434529375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    64,582 miles
    Test number
    562444329351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 MUV

Does T8 MUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 MUV is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 MUV?
The MOT on T8 MUV is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 MUV done?
T8 MUV was recorded at 164,558 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 5,969 miles a year.
Has T8 MUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 MUV has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 MUV 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 T8 MUV find?
T8 MUV passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp insecure; nearside front tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge, and 2 more.

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