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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

V666 ARDMOT history

V666 ARD is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 199,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

V666 ARD black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
199,734 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V666 ARD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V666 ARD was last recorded at 199,734 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 6,201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jul 2015: 123,631 miles, lower than 123,645 miles on 30 Jun 2015.

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
193,533 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,201 miles
Average per year
7,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,734 miles
  • 2025 – 193,533 miles
  • 2024 – 188,057 miles
  • 2023 – 182,473 miles
  • 2022 – 176,500 miles
  • 2021 – 168,687 miles
  • 2020 – 160,090 miles
  • 2019 – 146,532 miles
  • 2018 – 132,382 miles
  • 2017 – 128,913 miles
  • 2016 – 126,182 miles
  • 2015 – 123,631 miles
  • 2014 – 120,402 miles
  • 2013 – 113,471 miles
  • 2012 – 107,384 miles
  • 2011 – 97,866 miles
  • 2010 – 77,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,734 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,734 miles (+6,201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    199,734 miles
    Test number
    973056796428
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass193,533 miles (+5,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    193,533 miles
    Test number
    974995720730
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass188,057 miles (+131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    188,057 miles
    Test number
    985050803518
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail187,926 miles (+5,453)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,926 miles
    Test number
    436956204957
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass182,473 miles (+5,973)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    182,473 miles
    Test number
    332008554493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass176,500 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    176,500 miles
    Test number
    475797912766
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail176,495 miles (+7,808)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,495 miles
    Test number
    587417734411
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass168,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    168,687 miles
    Test number
    477210544642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail168,664 miles (+8,574)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,664 miles
    Test number
    140735233468
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass160,090 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    160,090 miles
    Test number
    943082394343
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail160,090 miles (+13,558)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,090 miles
    Test number
    173160793122
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass146,532 miles (+14,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,532 miles
    Test number
    363619739340
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass132,382 miles (+3,469)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    132,382 miles
    Test number
    516322126080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass128,913 miles (+2,731)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    128,913 miles
    Test number
    464530573492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass126,182 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    126,182 miles
    Test number
    620284989893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass123,631 miles (-14)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    123,631 miles
    Test number
    226789285195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail123,645 miles (+3,243)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,645 miles
    Test number
    226651685474
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

  18. Pass120,402 miles (+6,931)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    120,402 miles
    Test number
    326302284231
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass113,471 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    113,471 miles
    Test number
    458055773266
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail113,471 miles (+6,087)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,471 miles
    Test number
    646705073286
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass107,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    107,384 miles
    Test number
    568938872220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail107,384 miles (+9,518)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,384 miles
    Test number
    325907472278
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass97,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    97,866 miles
    Test number
    336217261252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail97,866 miles (+20,510)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,866 miles
    Test number
    888055161282
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass77,356 miles (+840)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    77,356 miles
    Test number
    991133140229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail76,516 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,516 miles
    Test number
    542006930298
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V666 ARD

Does V666 ARD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V666 ARD is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V666 ARD?
The MOT on V666 ARD is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V666 ARD done?
V666 ARD was recorded at 199,734 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 7,701 miles a year.
Has V666 ARD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V666 ARD has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on V666 ARD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V666 ARD find?
V666 ARD passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust mounting defective; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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