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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

V9 DYEMOT history

V9 DYE is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 26 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 157,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
157,682 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 DYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V9 DYE was last recorded at 157,682 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 4,017 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
153,665 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,017 miles
Average per year
8,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,682 miles
  • 2025 – 153,665 miles
  • 2024 – 118,070 miles
  • 2023 – 110,622 miles
  • 2022 – 108,950 miles
  • 2021 – 105,191 miles
  • 2020 – 102,628 miles
  • 2018 – 85,506 miles
  • 2017 – 82,799 miles
  • 2016 – 78,633 miles
  • 2015 – 69,197 miles
  • 2014 – 50,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,682 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 4 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,682 miles (+4,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    157,682 miles
    Test number
    670986484640
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass153,665 miles (+35,595)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    153,665 miles
    Test number
    647688414017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,070 miles (+7,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    118,070 miles
    Test number
    909582422223
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass110,622 miles (+1,672)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    110,622 miles
    Test number
    845341605095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,950 miles (+3,759)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    108,950 miles
    Test number
    108406934708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass105,191 miles (+2,563)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    105,191 miles
    Test number
    753071480018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass102,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    102,628 miles
    Test number
    540649312518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail102,622 miles (+17,116)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,622 miles
    Test number
    559567774939
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass85,506 miles (+2,707)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    85,506 miles
    Test number
    221900758194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,799 miles (+4,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    82,799 miles
    Test number
    184667666947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass78,633 miles (+9,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,633 miles
    Test number
    173483203065
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
  12. Pass69,197 miles (+18,595)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,197 miles
    Test number
    583746764897
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass50,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    50,602 miles
    Test number
    685057244265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V9 DYE

Does V9 DYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V9 DYE is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V9 DYE?
The MOT on V9 DYE is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V9 DYE done?
V9 DYE was recorded at 157,682 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 8,875 miles a year.
Has V9 DYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 DYE has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on V9 DYE 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 V9 DYE find?
V9 DYE passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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