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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

V6 TPCMOT history

V6 TPC is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 29 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 120,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
120,379 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 TPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 TPC was last recorded at 120,379 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,324 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
13,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,379 miles
  • 2024 – 103,280 miles
  • 2023 – 87,682 miles
  • 2022 – 71,518 miles
  • 2021 – 57,584 miles
  • 2020 – 44,199 miles
  • 2019 – 35,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,379 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 22 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,379 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    120,379 miles
    Test number
    336631063731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail120,324 miles (+17,044)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,324 miles
    Test number
    548646195529
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Play in wheel bearings (border line pass)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass103,280 miles (+15,598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    103,280 miles
    Test number
    414061852713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass87,682 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    87,682 miles
    Test number
    188344618058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail87,682 miles (+16,164)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,682 miles
    Test number
    565579840869
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass71,518 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    71,518 miles
    Test number
    480834435243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail71,518 miles (+13,934)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,518 miles
    Test number
    194543690027
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass57,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    57,584 miles
    Test number
    940512545519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail57,584 miles (+13,385)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,584 miles
    Test number
    180931813660
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass44,199 miles (+8,253)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    44,199 miles
    Test number
    480628532503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    35,946 miles
    Test number
    294382549471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 TPC

Does V6 TPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 TPC is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V6 TPC?
The MOT on V6 TPC is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 TPC done?
V6 TPC was recorded at 120,379 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 13,373 miles a year.
Has V6 TPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 TPC has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V6 TPC 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 TPC find?
V6 TPC passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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