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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

Y4 JDDMOT history

Y4 JDD is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 25 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 83,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
83,479 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 JDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y4 JDD was last recorded at 83,479 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,805 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
674 miles
Average per year
2,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,479 miles
  • 2024 – 82,805 miles
  • 2023 – 81,893 miles
  • 2022 – 81,115 miles
  • 2021 – 79,011 miles
  • 2020 – 78,256 miles
  • 2019 – 76,654 miles
  • 2018 – 72,595 miles
  • 2017 – 69,253 miles
  • 2016 – 65,298 miles
  • 2015 – 60,212 miles
  • 2014 – 57,623 miles
  • 2012 – 52,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,479 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,479 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    83,479 miles
    Test number
    217568201774
    • 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))
  2. FailMileage not read6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    110688389442
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  3. Pass82,805 miles (+912)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    82,805 miles
    Test number
    759999154183
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake caliper piston dust cover not secured and allowing dirt ingress
  4. Pass81,893 miles (+778)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    81,893 miles
    Test number
    270509923283
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake squeal
    • AdvisoryServ light on
  5. Pass81,115 miles (+2,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    81,115 miles
    Test number
    490208396995
    • AdvisoryH brake not locking
    • AdvisoryPart of centre brake light not working
  6. Pass79,011 miles (+755)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,011 miles
    Test number
    993840542787
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass78,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    78,256 miles
    Test number
    832866521016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,256 miles (+1,602)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,256 miles
    Test number
    857572186832
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  9. Pass76,654 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,654 miles
    Test number
    404150902854
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear REVERSING LIGHT
    • AdvisoryRear Upper BRAKE LIGHT SLIGHTLY FAULTY
  10. Fail76,654 miles (+4,059)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,654 miles
    Test number
    789120092655
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.6.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper BRAKE LIGHT SLIGHTLY FAULTY
  11. Pass72,595 miles (+3,342)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    72,595 miles
    Test number
    578475000057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,253 miles (+3,955)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,253 miles
    Test number
    145072895656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    65,298 miles
    Test number
    484773991677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,298 miles (+5,086)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,298 miles
    Test number
    773271576526
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass60,212 miles (+2,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,212 miles
    Test number
    427843555188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass57,623 miles (+5,349)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,623 miles
    Test number
    265104854155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    52,274 miles
    Test number
    527227242388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y4 JDD

Does Y4 JDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y4 JDD is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y4 JDD?
The MOT on Y4 JDD is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y4 JDD done?
Y4 JDD was recorded at 83,479 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 2,386 miles a year.
Has Y4 JDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 JDD has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y4 JDD 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 JDD find?
Y4 JDD passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: 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.

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