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BMW 520

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V45 DPLMOT history

V45 DPL is a red petrol BMW 520 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 156,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2023
Mileage
156,513 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V45 DPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V45 DPL was last recorded at 156,513 miles on 28 Oct 2022, 182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,331 miles · 10 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
182 miles
Average per year
6,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,513 miles
  • 2021 – 156,331 miles
  • 2020 – 156,070 miles
  • 2019 – 152,500 miles
  • 2018 – 142,968 miles
  • 2017 – 137,154 miles
  • 2016 – 131,829 miles
  • 2015 – 126,038 miles
  • 2014 – 120,267 miles
  • 2013 – 114,295 miles
  • 2012 – 98,739 miles
  • 2011 – 78,038 miles
  • 2010 – 69,768 miles
  • 2009 – 68,753 miles
  • 2008 – 65,925 miles
  • 2007 – 62,327 miles
  • 2006 – 56,639 miles
  • 2005 – 52,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,513 miles
  • Advisory(engine cover/under try fitted)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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 cover/ Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,513 miles (+182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    156,513 miles
    Test number
    308440347333
    • Advisory(engine cover/under try fitted)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,331 miles (+261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    156,331 miles
    Test number
    689284974630
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover /under try fitted)

  3. Pass156,070 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    156,070 miles
    Test number
    488376370583
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/ Undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail156,056 miles (+3,556)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,056 miles
    Test number
    451861336070
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/ Undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,500 miles (+9,532)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    152,500 miles
    Test number
    854129196292
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner steering rack joint have slight play

  6. Pass142,968 miles (+5,814)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    142,968 miles
    Test number
    393317344184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner rack joints have slight play

  7. Pass137,154 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    137,154 miles
    Test number
    287415697085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre valve starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  8. Fail137,154 miles (+5,325)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,154 miles
    Test number
    818114229716
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre valve starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  9. Pass131,829 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    131,829 miles
    Test number
    443522808444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail131,719 miles (+5,681)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,719 miles
    Test number
    779426386363
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass126,038 miles (+5,771)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    126,038 miles
    Test number
    494573587561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass120,267 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    120,267 miles
    Test number
    988530084272
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail120,267 miles (+5,972)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,267 miles
    Test number
    305299574255
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass114,295 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    114,295 miles
    Test number
    338363283454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail114,250 miles (+15,511)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,250 miles
    Test number
    149091583244
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass98,739 miles (+539)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    98,739 miles
    Test number
    917688172272
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail98,200 miles (+20,162)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,200 miles
    Test number
    315578962488
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass78,038 miles (+8,270)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    78,038 miles
    Test number
    449984321231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,768 miles (+1,015)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    69,768 miles
    Test number
    912899620286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,753 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    68,753 miles
    Test number
    404470939235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,925 miles (+3,598)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    65,925 miles
    Test number
    830001338208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,327 miles (+5,688)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    62,327 miles
    Test number
    860907027227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,639 miles
    Test number
    383067826234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,639 miles (+4,378)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,639 miles
    Test number
    303446626266
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass52,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    52,261 miles
    Test number
    164200235221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V45 DPL

Does V45 DPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V45 DPL expired on 22 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V45 DPL?
The MOT on V45 DPL expired on 22 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V45 DPL done?
V45 DPL was recorded at 156,513 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2022, an average of 6,063 miles a year.
Has V45 DPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V45 DPL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on V45 DPL 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 V45 DPL find?
V45 DPL passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: (engine cover/under try fitted); oil leak, but not excessive.

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