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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V672 HHWMOT history

V672 HHW is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 8 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 144,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2024
Mileage
144,521 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V672 HHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V672 HHW was last recorded at 144,521 miles on 10 Jan 2023, 4,387 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,134 miles · 10 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
4,387 miles
Average per year
4,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 144,521 miles
  • 2022 – 140,134 miles
  • 2020 – 136,668 miles
  • 2019 – 131,022 miles
  • 2018 – 124,613 miles
  • 2017 – 122,097 miles
  • 2016 – 120,227 miles
  • 2015 – 118,091 miles
  • 2014 – 115,071 miles
  • 2013 – 112,120 miles
  • 2012 – 109,492 miles
  • 2011 – 107,847 miles
  • 2010 – 106,177 miles
  • 2009 – 104,105 miles
  • 2008 – 101,728 miles
  • 2007 – 93,348 miles
  • 2006 – 81,085 miles
  • 2005 – 65,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,521 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,521 miles (+4,387)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    144,521 miles
    Test number
    428013431204
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass140,134 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    140,134 miles
    Test number
    654598764954
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPropshaft bearing worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Fail140,127 miles (+3,459)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,127 miles
    Test number
    145841680854
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPropshaft bearing worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,668 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    136,668 miles
    Test number
    166223408347
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Fail136,664 miles (+5,642)4 dangerous8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,664 miles
    Test number
    812490367080
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  6. Pass131,022 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    131,022 miles
    Test number
    576577124310
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail131,021 miles (+6,408)2 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,021 miles
    Test number
    421644762747
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass124,613 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    124,613 miles
    Test number
    990334141668
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail124,595 miles (+2,498)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,595 miles
    Test number
    665881171038
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached already broken off (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dipped beam (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass122,097 miles (+1,870)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    122,097 miles
    Test number
    220382688937
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced steamed up (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just passes - 16%
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass120,227 miles (+2,136)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    120,227 miles
    Test number
    945061600908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass118,091 miles (+3,020)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    118,091 miles
    Test number
    858269931476
    • AdvisoryBoth wiper blades deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced dull and poor beam pattern (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Scratched from defective wiper (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside low reading. Overall efficiency only just met 16% (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass115,071 miles (+2,951)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    115,071 miles
    Test number
    727846064244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside parking brake not as good as nearside - Overall efficiency sufficient

  14. Pass112,120 miles (+2,628)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    112,120 miles
    Test number
    757978263273
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass109,492 miles (+1,645)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    109,492 miles
    Test number
    937715052265
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking due to age
    • NoteOffside front tyre Inner edge worn

  16. Pass107,847 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    107,847 miles
    Test number
    589660651242
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracked in tread and worn on Inner edge

  17. Fail107,847 miles (+1,670)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,847 miles
    Test number
    285758641220
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracked in tread and worn on Inner edge
    • NoteWindscreen washers feeble

  18. Pass106,177 miles (+2,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    106,177 miles
    Test number
    121359550203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass104,105 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    104,105 miles
    Test number
    143633859239
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Fail104,105 miles (+2,377)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,105 miles
    Test number
    402803659254
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass101,728 miles (+8,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    101,728 miles
    Test number
    470947168224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass93,348 miles (+12,263)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    93,348 miles
    Test number
    413189947268
    • NoteSurface corrosion exhaust †front and rear brake discs ridged †slight cracking beits †slight oil leak diff area †damage o/s/r wheel arch lip

  23. Pass81,085 miles (+15,183)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    81,085 miles
    Test number
    491274266278
    • NoteHand brake reading on brake tester, just above minumum effort needed to pass MOT.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn down to 2.5mm.
    • NoteSlight play in rear offside, lower suspension rear ball joint.

  24. Pass65,902 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    65,902 miles
    Test number
    260424665254
    • NoteSlight perishing n/s/f tyre side wall †surface corrosion exhaust †dampness around diff area

  25. Fail65,902 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,902 miles
    Test number
    360094765484
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V672 HHW

Does V672 HHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V672 HHW expired on 9 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V672 HHW?
The MOT on V672 HHW expired on 9 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V672 HHW done?
V672 HHW was recorded at 144,521 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2023, an average of 4,544 miles a year.
Has V672 HHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V672 HHW has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on V672 HHW 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 V672 HHW find?
V672 HHW passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front outer steering linkage ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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