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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

Y15 ATAMOT history

Y15 ATA is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 89,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

Y15 ATA black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,347 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y15 ATA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
30 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y15 ATA was last recorded at 89,347 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 61 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,286 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
61 miles
Average per year
6,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,347 miles
  • 2025 – 83,957 miles
  • 2023 – 78,097 miles
  • 2022 – 70,712 miles
  • 2021 – 63,155 miles
  • 2020 – 55,738 miles
  • 2019 – 48,914 miles
  • 2018 – 40,571 miles
  • 2017 – 34,090 miles
  • 2016 – 28,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,347 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 12 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,347 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,347 miles
    Test number
    149970682075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail89,286 miles (+5,329)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,286 miles
    Test number
    793717165125
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass83,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    83,957 miles
    Test number
    949517500309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail83,957 miles (+5,860)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,957 miles
    Test number
    687495066959
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass78,097 miles (+7,385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,097 miles
    Test number
    771691616365
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass70,712 miles (+7,557)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,712 miles
    Test number
    897434722688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,155 miles (+7,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,155 miles
    Test number
    859844736149
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass55,738 miles (+6,824)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    55,738 miles
    Test number
    974042853233
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass48,914 miles (+8,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    48,914 miles
    Test number
    568299923861
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass40,571 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    40,571 miles
    Test number
    611496098080
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre valve cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn inner edge smooth poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre nailed

  11. Fail40,518 miles (+6,428)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,518 miles
    Test number
    633565989141
    • DangerousNearside Rear wearing on inner edge
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass34,090 miles (+5,604)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    34,090 miles
    Test number
    701357312566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,486 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    28,486 miles
    Test number
    441277852563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.2mm(outside edge scrubbing through) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y15 ATA

Does Y15 ATA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y15 ATA is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y15 ATA?
The MOT on Y15 ATA is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y15 ATA done?
Y15 ATA was recorded at 89,347 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 6,427 miles a year.
Has Y15 ATA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y15 ATA has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y15 ATA 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 Y15 ATA find?
Y15 ATA passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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