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BMW 520

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y237 SLHMOT history

Y237 SLH is a black petrol BMW 520 first used on 4 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 118,858 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2025.

Y237 SLH black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2026
Mileage
118,858 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y237 SLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y237 SLH was last recorded at 118,858 miles on 18 Aug 2025, 1,250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,608 miles · 15 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,250 miles
Average per year
4,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,858 miles
  • 2024 – 117,608 miles
  • 2023 – 110,206 miles
  • 2022 – 101,545 miles
  • 2021 – 100,851 miles
  • 2020 – 98,592 miles
  • 2019 – 96,759 miles
  • 2018 – 95,215 miles
  • 2017 – 91,104 miles
  • 2016 – 88,144 miles
  • 2015 – 84,105 miles
  • 2014 – 82,585 miles
  • 2013 – 80,021 miles
  • 2012 – 77,777 miles
  • 2011 – 75,724 miles
  • 2010 – 71,676 miles
  • 2009 – 63,647 miles
  • 2008 – 57,119 miles
  • 2007 – 49,742 miles
  • 2006 – 41,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,858 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,858 miles (+1,250)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    118,858 miles
    Test number
    759282220926
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass117,608 miles (+7,402)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    117,608 miles
    Test number
    111554458356
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass110,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    110,206 miles
    Test number
    789054299759
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail110,202 miles (+8,657)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,202 miles
    Test number
    499574231358
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass101,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    101,545 miles
    Test number
    943384056264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail101,545 miles (+694)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,545 miles
    Test number
    699009185243
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass100,851 miles (+94)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,851 miles
    Test number
    304846993695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,757 miles (+2,165)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,757 miles
    Test number
    923945474119
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four brake discs pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is cracked in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass98,592 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,592 miles
    Test number
    392423476666
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips to screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front bulbs (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail98,592 miles (+1,833)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,592 miles
    Test number
    375747572421
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips to screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front bulbs (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass96,759 miles (+1,544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,759 miles
    Test number
    513159090964
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryHand brake efficiency only just met required level ...

  12. Pass95,215 miles (+4,111)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    95,215 miles
    Test number
    614615831766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass91,104 miles (+2,960)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,104 miles
    Test number
    130577646566
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235-45X17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres badly perished

  14. Pass88,144 miles (+4,039)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,144 miles
    Test number
    258127977578
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres deep cracking in tread 235/45/17
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheels corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s steering rack inner joint worn

  15. Pass84,105 miles (+1,520)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    84,105 miles
    Test number
    676019195084
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perishing.

  16. Pass82,585 miles (+2,564)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,585 miles
    Test number
    867044114153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTyres cracked within grooves

  17. Pass80,021 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,021 miles
    Test number
    648918423197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth Front tyres are cracking in between the lines of the tyre tread

  18. Fail80,021 miles (+2,244)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,021 miles
    Test number
    996568623147
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth Front tyres are cracking in between the lines of the tyre tread

  19. Pass77,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    77,777 miles
    Test number
    438366232144
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail77,775 miles (+2,051)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,775 miles
    Test number
    997356432134
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass75,724 miles (+4,048)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,724 miles
    Test number
    755236841146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,676 miles (+7)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    71,676 miles
    Test number
    950930140177
    • NoteDamage to windscreen
    • NoteFront windscreen washers weak

  23. Fail71,669 miles (+8,022)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,669 miles
    Test number
    433438530122
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteDamage to windscreen
    • NoteFront windscreen washers weak

  24. Pass63,647 miles (+6,528)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,647 miles
    Test number
    112508439111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,119 miles (+7,377)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,119 miles
    Test number
    593048238190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass49,742 miles (+8,312)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    49,742 miles
    Test number
    800694037102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    41,430 miles
    Test number
    302694746155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y237 SLH

Does Y237 SLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y237 SLH expired on 17 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y237 SLH?
The MOT on Y237 SLH expired on 17 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y237 SLH done?
Y237 SLH was recorded at 118,858 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2025, an average of 4,025 miles a year.
Has Y237 SLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y237 SLH has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2023.
Has the mileage on Y237 SLH 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 Y237 SLH find?
Y237 SLH passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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