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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y288 PLFMOT history

Y288 PLF is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 3 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 90,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

Y288 PLF blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
90,419 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y288 PLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y288 PLF was last recorded at 90,419 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,233 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
186 miles
Average per year
2,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,419 miles
  • 2025 – 90,233 miles
  • 2023 – 87,235 miles
  • 2022 – 82,120 miles
  • 2021 – 76,669 miles
  • 2020 – 71,330 miles
  • 2019 – 66,349 miles
  • 2018 – 62,156 miles
  • 2017 – 61,344 miles
  • 2016 – 60,117 miles
  • 2015 – 59,142 miles
  • 2014 – 58,046 miles
  • 2013 – 56,902 miles
  • 2012 – 55,896 miles
  • 2011 – 54,542 miles
  • 2010 – 53,257 miles
  • 2009 – 51,360 miles
  • 2008 – 50,366 miles
  • 2007 – 48,242 miles
  • 2006 – 42,605 miles
  • 2005 – 37,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,419 miles
  • MinorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Both side rear inner and outer sill areas slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,419 miles (+186)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    90,419 miles
    Test number
    629266305209
    • MinorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Both side rear inner and outer sill areas slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass90,233 miles (+2,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    90,233 miles
    Test number
    608466199627
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass87,235 miles (+5,115)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    87,235 miles
    Test number
    995414132934
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass82,120 miles (+5,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,120 miles
    Test number
    260837973982
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass76,669 miles (+5,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,669 miles
    Test number
    573653441004
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  6. Pass71,330 miles (+4,981)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    71,330 miles
    Test number
    321521630966
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible brake pipes covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4, 225.55.16 95V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass66,349 miles (+4,193)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,349 miles
    Test number
    949079122553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,156 miles (+812)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,156 miles
    Test number
    982806849303
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass61,344 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,344 miles
    Test number
    133867169477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail61,341 miles (+1,224)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,341 miles
    Test number
    326579577940
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  11. Pass60,117 miles (+975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    60,117 miles
    Test number
    448678721520
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass59,142 miles (+1,096)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    59,142 miles
    Test number
    276367902271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,046 miles (+1,144)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,046 miles
    Test number
    235088044242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,902 miles (+1,006)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    56,902 miles
    Test number
    655164623248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,896 miles (+1,354)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,896 miles
    Test number
    706199142216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,542 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,542 miles
    Test number
    117632921233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,536 miles (+1,279)2 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,536 miles
    Test number
    697121421296
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass53,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    53,257 miles
    Test number
    632615540233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,256 miles (+1,896)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,256 miles
    Test number
    933545640247
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass51,360 miles (+994)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    51,360 miles
    Test number
    614100459257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,366 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    50,366 miles
    Test number
    490501848285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail50,362 miles (+2,120)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,362 miles
    Test number
    814820248290
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  23. Fail48,242 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,242 miles
    Test number
    281590757264
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass48,242 miles (+5,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    48,242 miles
    Test number
    831340657281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass42,605 miles (+4,960)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    42,605 miles
    Test number
    743336006200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    37,645 miles
    Test number
    591350615290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y288 PLF

Does Y288 PLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y288 PLF is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y288 PLF?
The MOT on Y288 PLF is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y288 PLF done?
Y288 PLF was recorded at 90,419 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 2,550 miles a year.
Has Y288 PLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y288 PLF has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on Y288 PLF 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 Y288 PLF find?
Y288 PLF passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 3 more.

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