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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

V9 MTBMOT history

V9 MTB is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 23 May 2015. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 51,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

V9 MTB black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
51,827 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 MTB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
23 May 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V9 MTB was last recorded at 51,827 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 4,724 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,103 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,724 miles
Average per year
4,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,827 miles
  • 2025 – 47,103 miles
  • 2024 – 42,427 miles
  • 2023 – 37,546 miles
  • 2022 – 34,361 miles
  • 2021 – 28,175 miles
  • 2020 – 26,364 miles
  • 2019 – 19,852 miles
  • 2018 – 14,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,827 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 19 May 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,827 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    51,827 miles
    Test number
    741503484958
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Fail51,827 miles (+4,724)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,827 miles
    Test number
    524758222812
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  3. Pass47,103 miles (+4,676)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    47,103 miles
    Test number
    590412965885
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass42,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    42,427 miles
    Test number
    252475519394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail42,427 miles (+4,881)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,427 miles
    Test number
    115013278833
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass37,546 miles (+3,185)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    37,546 miles
    Test number
    242291362717
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect underside properly due to covers
  7. Pass34,361 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    34,361 miles
    Test number
    512568563797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail34,359 miles (+6,184)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,359 miles
    Test number
    602862996330
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass28,175 miles (+1,811)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    28,175 miles
    Test number
    729241247338
    • AdvisoryADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON OUTER EDGES
    • 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. Pass26,364 miles (+6,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    26,364 miles
    Test number
    126019166763
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass19,852 miles (+5,215)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    19,852 miles
    Test number
    537885300807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass14,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    14,637 miles
    Test number
    408347671198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V9 MTB

Does V9 MTB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V9 MTB is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V9 MTB?
The MOT on V9 MTB is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V9 MTB done?
V9 MTB was recorded at 51,827 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 4,684 miles a year.
Has V9 MTB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 MTB has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V9 MTB 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 MTB find?
V9 MTB passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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