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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

Y3 YEGMOT history

Y3 YEG is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 28 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 182,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

Y3 YEG blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
182,401 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 YEG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 YEG was last recorded at 182,401 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,389 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
8,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,401 miles
  • 2025 – 182,389 miles
  • 2024 – 182,373 miles
  • 2023 – 182,363 miles
  • 2022 – 182,348 miles
  • 2021 – 182,320 miles
  • 2019 – 172,363 miles
  • 2018 – 149,925 miles
  • 2017 – 136,237 miles
  • 2016 – 117,000 miles
  • 2015 – 97,920 miles
  • 2014 – 87,862 miles
  • 2013 – 83,761 miles
  • 2012 – 78,687 miles
  • 2011 – 69,313 miles
  • 2010 – 61,187 miles
  • 2009 – 44,966 miles
  • 2006 – 16,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,401 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryWindscreen is chipped

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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass182,401 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    182,401 miles
    Test number
    178291510330
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen is chipped

  2. Pass182,389 miles (+16)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    182,389 miles
    Test number
    160791476807
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass182,373 miles (+10)1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    182,373 miles
    Test number
    820051089610
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass182,363 miles (+15)1 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    182,363 miles
    Test number
    140259075117
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass182,348 miles (+28)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    182,348 miles
    Test number
    752839790327
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass182,320 miles (+9,957)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    182,320 miles
    Test number
    555971548986
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass172,363 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    172,363 miles
    Test number
    923735131103
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail172,363 miles (+22,438)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,363 miles
    Test number
    224361094889
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass149,925 miles (+13,688)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    149,925 miles
    Test number
    543732983570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass136,237 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    136,237 miles
    Test number
    355320374066
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail136,227 miles (+19,227)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,227 miles
    Test number
    490170881804
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass117,000 miles (+19,080)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    117,000 miles
    Test number
    978949138745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,920 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    97,920 miles
    Test number
    696561785117
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  14. Fail97,911 miles (+10,049)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,911 miles
    Test number
    316370685142
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass87,862 miles (+1,652)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    87,862 miles
    Test number
    309829184103
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteSlight play in offside tie rod ball joint

  16. Pass86,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    86,210 miles
    Test number
    527987124070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,200 miles (+2,439)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,200 miles
    Test number
    778477124001
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  18. Pass83,761 miles (+5,074)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    83,761 miles
    Test number
    248518833024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass78,687 miles (+9,374)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,687 miles
    Test number
    745462342054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,313 miles (+8,126)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    69,313 miles
    Test number
    949040851079
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn low on inner edge (requires replacing soon).

  21. Pass61,187 miles (+16,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    61,187 miles
    Test number
    290091050046
    • 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)

  22. Pass44,966 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,966 miles
    Test number
    410746319069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,934 miles (+28,011)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,934 miles
    Test number
    830675819030
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass16,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,923 miles
    Test number
    611237456254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 YEG

Does Y3 YEG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 YEG is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 YEG?
The MOT on Y3 YEG is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 YEG done?
Y3 YEG was recorded at 182,401 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 8,540 miles a year.
Has Y3 YEG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 YEG has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on Y3 YEG 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 Y3 YEG find?
Y3 YEG passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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