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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

V21 ATRMOT history

V21 ATR is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 2 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 145,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

V21 ATR grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
145,280 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V21 ATR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
2 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V21 ATR was last recorded at 145,280 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 4,064 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,216 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,064 miles
Average per year
7,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,280 miles
  • 2025 – 141,216 miles
  • 2024 – 137,281 miles
  • 2023 – 132,518 miles
  • 2022 – 129,221 miles
  • 2021 – 125,952 miles
  • 2020 – 122,965 miles
  • 2019 – 120,676 miles
  • 2018 – 116,530 miles
  • 2017 – 102,055 miles
  • 2016 – 82,025 miles
  • 2015 – 63,465 miles
  • 2014 – 57,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,280 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Engine covers & undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,280 miles (+4,064)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    145,280 miles
    Test number
    352440490900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,216 miles (+3,935)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    141,216 miles
    Test number
    834549435409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass137,281 miles (+4,763)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    137,281 miles
    Test number
    242413288235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass132,518 miles (+3,297)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    132,518 miles
    Test number
    145009594304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,221 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,221 miles
    Test number
    145935711804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass125,952 miles (+2,987)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    125,952 miles
    Test number
    689704512659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass122,965 miles (+2,289)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,965 miles
    Test number
    950146738605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,676 miles (+4,146)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    120,676 miles
    Test number
    571564664044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass116,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    116,530 miles
    Test number
    537416256450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail116,530 miles (+14,475)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,530 miles
    Test number
    590393973428
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
  11. Pass102,055 miles (+20,030)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    102,055 miles
    Test number
    714424877002
    • DangerousFront bonnet catch - sticking
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (2754018r/f) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryService light on dash
  12. Pass82,025 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,025 miles
    Test number
    704996885600
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre - not run/flat type
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch - sticking
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
  13. Fail82,025 miles (+18,560)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,025 miles
    Test number
    755131754901
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread area (2754018RF) & 3mm (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre - not run/flat type
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch - sticking
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
  14. Pass63,465 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    63,465 miles
    Test number
    974778400477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,442 miles (+5,547)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    63,442 miles
    Test number
    867631935178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,895 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,895 miles
    Test number
    296150734344
    • Repaired at testCentre Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres-slight wear on outer edges,no cord etc.
  17. Pass57,895 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    57,895 miles
    Test number
    319700534314
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres-slight wear on outer edges,no cord etc.

Questions about V21 ATR

Does V21 ATR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V21 ATR is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V21 ATR?
The MOT on V21 ATR is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V21 ATR done?
V21 ATR was recorded at 145,280 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 7,449 miles a year.
Has V21 ATR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V21 ATR has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on V21 ATR 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 V21 ATR find?
V21 ATR passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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