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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

V6 AFPMOT history

V6 AFP is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 2 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 154,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
154,626 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 AFP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 AFP was last recorded at 154,626 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 8,741 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
145,885 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,741 miles
Average per year
8,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,626 miles
  • 2025 – 145,885 miles
  • 2024 – 141,182 miles
  • 2023 – 137,323 miles
  • 2022 – 132,895 miles
  • 2021 – 123,283 miles
  • 2020 – 118,753 miles
  • 2019 – 111,954 miles
  • 2018 – 103,090 miles
  • 2017 – 96,109 miles
  • 2016 – 86,566 miles
  • 2015 – 76,363 miles
  • 2014 – 66,403 miles
  • 2013 – 53,992 miles
  • 2012 – 41,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,626 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,626 miles (+8,741)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    154,626 miles
    Test number
    508197616164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass145,885 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    145,885 miles
    Test number
    343522580426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass141,182 miles (+3,859)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    141,182 miles
    Test number
    507243316979
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip outside zone a (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass137,323 miles (+4,428)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    137,323 miles
    Test number
    938873124014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass132,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    132,895 miles
    Test number
    925011603447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail132,895 miles (+9,612)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,895 miles
    Test number
    865657362998
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass123,283 miles (+4,530)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    123,283 miles
    Test number
    439723640358
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass118,753 miles (+6,799)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,753 miles
    Test number
    971218780502
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass111,954 miles (+8,864)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,954 miles
    Test number
    882445406513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,090 miles (+6,981)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    103,090 miles
    Test number
    850938997510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,109 miles (+9,543)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    96,109 miles
    Test number
    408761303468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,566 miles (+10,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    86,566 miles
    Test number
    801956626368
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on outer edge
  13. Pass76,363 miles (+9,960)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    76,363 miles
    Test number
    192718928706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,403 miles (+12,411)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,403 miles
    Test number
    449259434338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,992 miles (+12,804)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,992 miles
    Test number
    169358733368
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
  16. Pass41,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    41,188 miles
    Test number
    698983562374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 AFP

Does V6 AFP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 AFP is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 AFP?
The MOT on V6 AFP is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 AFP done?
V6 AFP was recorded at 154,626 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 8,343 miles a year.
Has V6 AFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 AFP has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on V6 AFP 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 V6 AFP find?
V6 AFP passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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