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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

Y19 GUOMOT history

Y19 GUO is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 11 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 211,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

Y19 GUO grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
211,737 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y19 GUO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y19 GUO was last recorded at 211,737 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 9,787 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,950 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,787 miles
Average per year
10,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 211,737 miles
  • 2025 – 201,950 miles
  • 2024 – 190,753 miles
  • 2023 – 185,476 miles
  • 2022 – 181,086 miles
  • 2021 – 176,123 miles
  • 2020 – 172,835 miles
  • 2019 – 167,527 miles
  • 2018 – 161,255 miles
  • 2017 – 154,707 miles
  • 2016 – 145,948 miles
  • 2015 – 137,355 miles
  • 2014 – 116,990 miles
  • 2013 – 91,158 miles
  • 2012 – 66,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,737 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,737 miles (+9,787)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    211,737 miles
    Test number
    317949489592
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass201,950 miles (+3)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    201,950 miles
    Test number
    186754535448
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail201,947 miles (+11,194)2 dangerous4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,947 miles
    Test number
    266589967189
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass190,753 miles (+5,277)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    190,753 miles
    Test number
    840840112743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass185,476 miles (+4,390)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    185,476 miles
    Test number
    411695332390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass181,086 miles (+4,963)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    181,086 miles
    Test number
    962538959763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass176,123 miles (+3,288)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    176,123 miles
    Test number
    516168013117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass172,835 miles (+5,308)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    172,835 miles
    Test number
    357937699800
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass167,527 miles (+6,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    167,527 miles
    Test number
    284304492972
    • 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. Pass161,255 miles (+6,548)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    161,255 miles
    Test number
    686529832346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass154,707 miles (+8,759)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    154,707 miles
    Test number
    999866256037
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass145,948 miles (+8,593)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    145,948 miles
    Test number
    294958922242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail137,355 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,355 miles
    Test number
    279031865443
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
  14. Pass137,355 miles (+20,365)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    137,355 miles
    Test number
    677931565182
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
  15. Pass116,990 miles (+25,832)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    116,990 miles
    Test number
    705955554108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,158 miles (+24,896)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,158 miles
    Test number
    569221163166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,262 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    66,262 miles
    Test number
    108066032149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEXHAUST RUBBER MOUNT FORWARD OF REAR SILENCER IS SLIGHTLY ADRIFT.
  18. Fail66,262 miles1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,262 miles
    Test number
    309855332134
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEXHAUST RUBBER MOUNT FORWARD OF REAR SILENCER IS SLIGHTLY ADRIFT.

Questions about Y19 GUO

Does Y19 GUO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y19 GUO is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y19 GUO?
The MOT on Y19 GUO is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y19 GUO done?
Y19 GUO was recorded at 211,737 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 10,342 miles a year.
Has Y19 GUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y19 GUO has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y19 GUO 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 Y19 GUO find?
Y19 GUO passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 8 more.

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