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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

V1 XYXMOT history

V1 XYX is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 13 May 2015. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 87,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

V1 XYX blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
87,459 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 XYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
13 May 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 XYX was last recorded at 87,459 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 3,437 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,022 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,437 miles
Average per year
6,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,459 miles
  • 2025 – 84,022 miles
  • 2024 – 79,797 miles
  • 2023 – 74,680 miles
  • 2022 – 68,825 miles
  • 2021 – 58,101 miles
  • 2020 – 53,161 miles
  • 2019 – 44,159 miles
  • 2018 – 34,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,459 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Set (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush perished and worn (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush perished and worn (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Set (corroded) (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Set

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 8 May 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,459 miles (+3,437)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    87,459 miles
    Test number
    915984965141
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Set (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush perished and worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush perished and worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Set (corroded) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,022 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    84,022 miles
    Test number
    460576155588
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Set (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Fail84,015 miles (+4,218)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,015 miles
    Test number
    841214228714
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Set (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass79,797 miles (+5,117)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    79,797 miles
    Test number
    251882770705
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Set (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Set (inside face) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass74,680 miles (+5,855)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    74,680 miles
    Test number
    884145859468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass68,825 miles (+10,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,825 miles
    Test number
    967814839407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass58,101 miles (+4,940)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    58,101 miles
    Test number
    973563905490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,161 miles (+9,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,161 miles
    Test number
    558317027255
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass44,159 miles (+9,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    44,159 miles
    Test number
    193219648193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape starting to perish and wearing low 225/55/17

  10. Pass34,736 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    34,736 miles
    Test number
    789183266244
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V1 XYX

Does V1 XYX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 XYX is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V1 XYX?
The MOT on V1 XYX is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 XYX done?
V1 XYX was recorded at 87,459 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 6,471 miles a year.
Has V1 XYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 XYX has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on V1 XYX 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 V1 XYX find?
V1 XYX passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pad(s) wearing thin set; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 6 more.

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