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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

Y5 TUVMOT history

Y5 TUV is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 6 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 167,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

Y5 TUV white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
167,896 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 TUV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
6 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 TUV was last recorded at 167,896 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 4,528 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
163,368 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,528 miles
Average per year
5,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,896 miles
  • 2025 – 163,368 miles
  • 2024 – 158,581 miles
  • 2023 – 153,580 miles
  • 2022 – 148,303 miles
  • 2021 – 142,742 miles
  • 2020 – 139,214 miles
  • 2019 – 132,191 miles
  • 2018 – 126,611 miles
  • 2016 – 121,667 miles
  • 2015 – 115,233 miles
  • 2014 – 107,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,896 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,896 miles (+4,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    167,896 miles
    Test number
    858990100372
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Pass163,368 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    163,368 miles
    Test number
    770220468338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking/perishing - 225/55/17 RFT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail163,368 miles (+4,787)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,368 miles
    Test number
    422530680152
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/55/17 RFT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking/perishing - 225/55/17 RFT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass158,581 miles (+5,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    158,581 miles
    Test number
    778953786277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass153,580 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    153,580 miles
    Test number
    445457371468
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail153,580 miles (+5,277)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,580 miles
    Test number
    690612731504
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass148,303 miles (+5,561)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    148,303 miles
    Test number
    238106944269
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass142,742 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    142,742 miles
    Test number
    382896021094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail142,742 miles (+3,528)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,742 miles
    Test number
    570266140340
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass139,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    139,214 miles
    Test number
    857136044071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail139,214 miles (+7,023)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,214 miles
    Test number
    989477641742
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass132,191 miles (+5,580)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    132,191 miles
    Test number
    989617935944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass126,611 miles (+4,944)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    126,611 miles
    Test number
    411958800985
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass121,667 miles (+6,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    121,667 miles
    Test number
    417760483868
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass115,233 miles (+8,132)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    115,233 miles
    Test number
    708404924019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass107,101 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    107,101 miles
    Test number
    605385524219
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about Y5 TUV

Does Y5 TUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 TUV is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 TUV?
The MOT on Y5 TUV is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 TUV done?
Y5 TUV was recorded at 167,896 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 5,292 miles a year.
Has Y5 TUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 TUV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y5 TUV 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 Y5 TUV find?
Y5 TUV passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2; under trays fitted.

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