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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

X12 DRTMOT history

X12 DRT is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 105,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

X12 DRT white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
105,986 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X12 DRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X12 DRT was last recorded at 105,986 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,986 miles · 24 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,986 miles
  • 2025 – 100,721 miles
  • 2024 – 94,754 miles
  • 2023 – 88,462 miles
  • 2022 – 83,664 miles
  • 2021 – 77,279 miles
  • 2020 – 73,463 miles
  • 2019 – 69,724 miles
  • 2018 – 65,763 miles
  • 2017 – 58,458 miles
  • 2016 – 47,024 miles
  • 2015 – 34,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,986 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 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 pads on 3.00 mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear tyres on 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,986 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    105,986 miles
    Test number
    218369950319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail105,986 miles (+5,265)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,986 miles
    Test number
    897085291128
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working Side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass100,721 miles (+5,967)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    100,721 miles
    Test number
    662653722922
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides worn/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Flexi brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Flexi brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pads getting low both sides

  4. Pass94,754 miles (+6,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,754 miles
    Test number
    544299778456
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass88,462 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    88,462 miles
    Test number
    334956122476
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail88,462 miles (+4,798)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,462 miles
    Test number
    473796867410
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass83,664 miles (+6,385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    83,664 miles
    Test number
    979645206666
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryTyres part worn

  8. Pass77,279 miles (+3,816)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    77,279 miles
    Test number
    626891705608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  9. Pass73,463 miles (+3,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    73,463 miles
    Test number
    791684072680
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to approx. 2.5mm

  10. Pass69,724 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    69,724 miles
    Test number
    329986335561
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads on 3.00 mm
    • AdvisoryRear tyres on 2.5mm

  11. Fail69,685 miles (+3,922)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,685 miles
    Test number
    201837541753
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads on 3.00 mm
    • AdvisoryRear tyres on 2.5mm

  12. Pass65,763 miles (+7,305)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    65,763 miles
    Test number
    960327762448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,458 miles
    Test number
    359450308771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,458 miles (+11,434)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,458 miles
    Test number
    727838972872
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass47,024 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,024 miles
    Test number
    675997583085
    • 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)

  16. Fail47,023 miles (+12,302)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,023 miles
    Test number
    549259956756
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • 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)

  17. Pass34,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    34,721 miles
    Test number
    666923605267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X12 DRT

Does X12 DRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X12 DRT is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X12 DRT?
The MOT on X12 DRT is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X12 DRT done?
X12 DRT was recorded at 105,986 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 6,469 miles a year.
Has X12 DRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X12 DRT has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X12 DRT 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 X12 DRT find?
X12 DRT passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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