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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

Y15 XXLMOT history

Y15 XXL is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 15 Oct 2009. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 201,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2024.

Y15 XXL white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2025
Mileage
201,540 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2024
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
14,059 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y15 XXL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y15 XXL was last recorded at 201,540 miles on 6 Nov 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,540 miles · 1 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
14,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 201,540 miles
  • 2023 – 180,326 miles
  • 2022 – 141,820 miles
  • 2021 – 122,674 miles
  • 2020 – 117,123 miles
  • 2019 – 109,642 miles
  • 2018 – 102,039 miles
  • 2017 – 102,021 miles
  • 2016 – 92,454 miles
  • 2015 – 83,622 miles
  • 2014 – 68,572 miles
  • 2013 – 57,442 miles
  • 2012 – 31,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,540 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,540 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    201,540 miles
    Test number
    178240556604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail201,540 miles (+21,214)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,540 miles
    Test number
    988439108877
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass180,326 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    180,326 miles
    Test number
    816577006260
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail180,324 miles (+38,504)4 major2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,324 miles
    Test number
    599650180155
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low Adjusted on test (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low Adjusted on test (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,820 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    141,820 miles
    Test number
    544516390751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail141,818 miles (+19,144)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,818 miles
    Test number
    101585215561
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass122,674 miles (+5,551)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    122,674 miles
    Test number
    105425821875
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass117,123 miles (+7,481)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    117,123 miles
    Test number
    551733249292
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension air bags slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBrake pads all round wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside front jacking point rubber missing

  9. Pass109,642 miles (+7,603)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    109,642 miles
    Test number
    206716193355
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass102,039 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    102,039 miles
    Test number
    545723372228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass102,021 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,021 miles
    Test number
    106081464086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail102,021 miles (+9,567)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,021 miles
    Test number
    954027825501
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass92,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,454 miles
    Test number
    410071810158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,454 miles (+8,832)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,454 miles
    Test number
    742079026070
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn to limit...255/40YR18 RF
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp on

  15. Pass83,622 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    83,622 miles
    Test number
    948817913769
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to nearside rear

  16. Fail83,622 miles (+15,050)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,622 miles
    Test number
    160996585258
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to nearside rear

  17. Pass68,572 miles (+11,130)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    68,572 miles
    Test number
    466802004402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,442 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    57,442 miles
    Test number
    706223683227
    • NoteFront tyres have uneven wear on inner edges (also very low in places)

  19. Fail57,442 miles (+25,845)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,442 miles
    Test number
    267443183268
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres have uneven wear on inner edges (also very low in places)
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing very low

  20. Pass31,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    31,597 miles
    Test number
    349249172298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y15 XXL

Does Y15 XXL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y15 XXL expired on 5 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y15 XXL?
The MOT on Y15 XXL expired on 5 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y15 XXL done?
Y15 XXL was recorded at 201,540 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2024, an average of 14,059 miles a year.
Has Y15 XXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y15 XXL has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y15 XXL 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 XXL find?
Y15 XXL passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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