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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

X79 FLHMOT history

X79 FLH is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 2 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 103,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

X79 FLH silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
103,367 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X79 FLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X79 FLH was last recorded at 103,367 miles on 19 May 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,337 miles · 16 May 2026
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
3,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,367 miles
  • 2025 – 97,287 miles
  • 2024 – 90,966 miles
  • 2023 – 84,297 miles
  • 2022 – 77,574 miles
  • 2021 – 77,051 miles
  • 2020 – 75,117 miles
  • 2019 – 73,788 miles
  • 2018 – 71,424 miles
  • 2017 – 68,688 miles
  • 2016 – 63,692 miles
  • 2014 – 63,357 miles
  • 2013 – 62,237 miles
  • 2012 – 58,567 miles
  • 2011 – 53,027 miles
  • 2010 – 49,178 miles
  • 2009 – 47,060 miles
  • 2008 – 44,386 miles
  • 2007 – 40,172 miles
  • 2006 – 33,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,367 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,367 miles (+30)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    103,367 miles
    Test number
    810227207849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure.

  2. Fail103,337 miles7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,337 miles
    Test number
    887804379730
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure.

  3. Fail103,327 miles (+6,040)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,327 miles
    Test number
    905209527375
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure rear heat shield (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty

  4. Pass97,287 miles (+6,321)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    97,287 miles
    Test number
    206890398540
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Arm at the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Door handle deteriorated - can still be readily opened and closed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In front of rear wheel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

  5. Pass90,966 miles (+6,669)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    90,966 miles
    Test number
    993333988571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,297 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    84,297 miles
    Test number
    962216056849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail84,297 miles (+6,723)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,297 miles
    Test number
    860218477164
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass77,574 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    77,574 miles
    Test number
    473827064900
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail77,574 miles (+523)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,574 miles
    Test number
    296032074434
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass77,051 miles (+1,934)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    77,051 miles
    Test number
    277018800838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,117 miles (+1,329)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    75,117 miles
    Test number
    116093163383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,788 miles (+2,364)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,788 miles
    Test number
    510440414557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,424 miles (+2,736)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,424 miles
    Test number
    516207766701
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass68,688 miles (+4,996)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    68,688 miles
    Test number
    260300558597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,692 miles (+335)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,692 miles
    Test number
    677304437375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,357 miles (+1,120)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,357 miles
    Test number
    217781474108
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSpeedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass62,237 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,237 miles
    Test number
    385392883184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail62,237 miles (+3,670)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,237 miles
    Test number
    567842583183
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass58,567 miles (+5,540)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    58,567 miles
    Test number
    668649472125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,027 miles (+3,849)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,027 miles
    Test number
    557262581166
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight cracking on all tyre treads

  21. Pass49,178 miles (+2,118)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,178 miles
    Test number
    930039470177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,060 miles (+2,674)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,060 miles
    Test number
    482319469154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,386 miles (+4,214)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,386 miles
    Test number
    543031678195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,172 miles (+6,755)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,172 miles
    Test number
    302131237136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,417 miles
    Test number
    630442126112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X79 FLH

Does X79 FLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X79 FLH is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X79 FLH?
The MOT on X79 FLH is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X79 FLH done?
X79 FLH was recorded at 103,367 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 3,489 miles a year.
Has X79 FLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X79 FLH has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X79 FLH 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 X79 FLH find?
X79 FLH passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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