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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

Y21 AYSMOT history

Y21 AYS is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 155,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

Y21 AYS grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
155,162 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 AYS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 AYS was last recorded at 155,162 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 7,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,950 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,212 miles
Average per year
12,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,162 miles
  • 2025 – 147,950 miles
  • 2024 – 140,694 miles
  • 2023 – 135,734 miles
  • 2021 – 125,515 miles
  • 2020 – 114,688 miles
  • 2019 – 101,612 miles
  • 2018 – 82,985 miles
  • 2017 – 64,084 miles
  • 2016 – 43,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,162 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Outside Zone A

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

13 tests since 3 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,162 miles (+7,212)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    155,162 miles
    Test number
    879803392313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass147,950 miles (+7,256)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    147,950 miles
    Test number
    353943286885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass140,694 miles (+4,960)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    140,694 miles
    Test number
    520541908185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass135,734 miles (+10,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    135,734 miles
    Test number
    656725280102
    • AdvisoryFront to rear under trays fitted
  5. Pass125,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    125,515 miles
    Test number
    289122830946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail125,515 miles (+10,827)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,515 miles
    Test number
    155462046586
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass114,688 miles (+13,076)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,688 miles
    Test number
    363357232402
    • AdvisoryCentral Front under trays fitted obscureing engine componants
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass101,612 miles (+573)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,612 miles
    Test number
    883331149909
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Outside Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  9. Fail101,039 miles (+18,054)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,039 miles
    Test number
    196035950310
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Outside Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  10. Pass82,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,985 miles
    Test number
    868335482283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,984 miles (+18,900)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,984 miles
    Test number
    394876645228
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass64,084 miles (+20,209)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    64,084 miles
    Test number
    512089269778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,875 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    43,875 miles
    Test number
    649268513723
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about Y21 AYS

Does Y21 AYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y21 AYS is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y21 AYS?
The MOT on Y21 AYS is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y21 AYS done?
Y21 AYS was recorded at 155,162 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 12,058 miles a year.
Has Y21 AYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 AYS has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on Y21 AYS 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 Y21 AYS find?
Y21 AYS passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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