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BMW 520

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y253 WGCMOT history

Y253 WGC is a black petrol BMW 520 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 80,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2023
Mileage
80,988 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 WGC
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
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y253 WGC was last recorded at 80,988 miles on 30 Nov 2022, 4,413 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,575 miles · 3 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
4,413 miles
Average per year
3,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 80,988 miles
  • 2021 – 76,575 miles
  • 2020 – 71,107 miles
  • 2019 – 60,782 miles
  • 2018 – 53,819 miles
  • 2017 – 48,134 miles
  • 2016 – 44,560 miles
  • 2015 – 41,883 miles
  • 2014 – 38,735 miles
  • 2013 – 36,106 miles
  • 2012 – 32,201 miles
  • 2011 – 29,516 miles
  • 2010 – 27,777 miles
  • 2009 – 25,528 miles
  • 2008 – 23,073 miles
  • 2007 – 19,964 miles
  • 2006 – 16,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,988 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,988 miles (+4,413)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    80,988 miles
    Test number
    368635964675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass76,575 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    76,575 miles
    Test number
    622098794892
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail76,575 miles (+7)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,575 miles
    Test number
    542198722675
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Top suspension arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Top suspension arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail76,568 miles (+5,461)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,568 miles
    Test number
    930012405156
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass71,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,107 miles
    Test number
    429507939107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail71,107 miles (+10,325)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,107 miles
    Test number
    530659870289
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass60,782 miles (+6,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,782 miles
    Test number
    341377477595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass53,819 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    53,819 miles
    Test number
    715778109212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail53,818 miles (+5,684)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,818 miles
    Test number
    141562160525
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  10. Pass48,134 miles (+3,574)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,134 miles
    Test number
    924931130941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,560 miles (+2,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    44,560 miles
    Test number
    239899412674
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass41,883 miles (+3,148)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,883 miles
    Test number
    749499565031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass38,735 miles (+2,629)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,735 miles
    Test number
    627817574014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,106 miles (+3,905)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,106 miles
    Test number
    496548273091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,201 miles (+2,685)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,201 miles
    Test number
    685958972016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,516 miles
    Test number
    185514781497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail29,516 miles (+1,739)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,516 miles
    Test number
    288166671014
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  18. Pass27,777 miles (+2,249)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    27,777 miles
    Test number
    893927070087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,528 miles (+2,455)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,528 miles
    Test number
    181505479424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,073 miles (+3,109)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,073 miles
    Test number
    764628378010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,964 miles
    Test number
    190468177456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail19,964 miles (+2,974)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,964 miles
    Test number
    551345277043
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass16,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    16,990 miles
    Test number
    520673976007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y253 WGC

Does Y253 WGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y253 WGC expired on 2 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y253 WGC?
The MOT on Y253 WGC expired on 2 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y253 WGC done?
Y253 WGC was recorded at 80,988 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2022, an average of 3,829 miles a year.
Has Y253 WGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 WGC has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on Y253 WGC 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 Y253 WGC find?
Y253 WGC passed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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