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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

Y4 BOAMOT history

Y4 BOA is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 27 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 190,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
190,721 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 BOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y4 BOA was last recorded at 190,721 miles on 28 Oct 2026, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,677 miles · 15 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
7,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,721 miles
  • 2025 – 185,812 miles
  • 2024 – 179,002 miles
  • 2023 – 170,265 miles
  • 2022 – 159,801 miles
  • 2021 – 150,628 miles
  • 2020 – 146,282 miles
  • 2019 – 139,934 miles
  • 2018 – 136,363 miles
  • 2017 – 127,735 miles
  • 2016 – 121,457 miles
  • 2015 – 116,163 miles
  • 2014 – 113,277 miles
  • 2013 – 110,930 miles
  • 2012 – 105,215 miles
  • 2011 – 92,197 miles
  • 2010 – 76,768 miles
  • 2009 – 60,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,721 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,721 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    190,721 miles
    Test number
    950857798868
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail190,677 miles (+4,865)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,677 miles
    Test number
    670509214235
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass185,812 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    185,812 miles
    Test number
    711269485911
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just met

  4. Fail185,794 miles (+6,792)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,794 miles
    Test number
    767362726932
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass179,002 miles (+8,737)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    179,002 miles
    Test number
    282609007141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on edge and slightly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear end of front to rear rear end near brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear end of front to rear pipe near brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass170,265 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    170,265 miles
    Test number
    947969860013
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess and weak unit (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn and corroded

  7. Fail170,265 miles (+10,464)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,265 miles
    Test number
    477691551807
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess and weak unit (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn and corroded

  8. Pass159,801 miles (+1)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    159,801 miles
    Test number
    279690408139
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and close to canvas (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll wheel rims slightly damaged

  9. Fail159,800 miles (+9,172)3 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,800 miles
    Test number
    868401470046
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and close to canvas (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll wheel rims slightly damaged

  10. Pass150,628 miles (+4,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    150,628 miles
    Test number
    606672422139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass146,282 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    146,282 miles
    Test number
    201012596251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Fail146,266 miles (+6,332)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,266 miles
    Test number
    318896544103
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass139,934 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    139,934 miles
    Test number
    281924520227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner worn off. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner worn off. (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail139,934 miles (+3,571)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,934 miles
    Test number
    985499412841
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner worn off. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner worn off. (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass136,363 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    136,363 miles
    Test number
    714202080107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail136,362 miles (+8,627)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,362 miles
    Test number
    655553616709
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass127,735 miles (+6,278)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    127,735 miles
    Test number
    526939984032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass121,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    121,457 miles
    Test number
    679489987603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail121,457 miles (+5,294)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,457 miles
    Test number
    982359265128
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

  20. Pass116,163 miles (+2,886)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    116,163 miles
    Test number
    174944720482
    • AdvisoryCHILD SEAT FITTED
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY FITTED

  21. Pass113,277 miles (+2,347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    113,277 miles
    Test number
    477965044325
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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. Pass110,930 miles (+5,715)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    110,930 miles
    Test number
    618753433301
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass105,215 miles (+13,018)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    105,215 miles
    Test number
    458408032396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass92,197 miles (+15,429)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    92,197 miles
    Test number
    729490941322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,768 miles (+16,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    76,768 miles
    Test number
    862812110382
    • 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)

  26. Pass60,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    60,055 miles
    Test number
    593286149227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y4 BOA

Does Y4 BOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y4 BOA is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y4 BOA?
The MOT on Y4 BOA is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y4 BOA done?
Y4 BOA was recorded at 190,721 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2026, an average of 7,619 miles a year.
Has Y4 BOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 BOA has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y4 BOA 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 Y4 BOA find?
Y4 BOA passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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