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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y607 RWHMOT history

Y607 RWH is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 97,918 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

Y607 RWH silver 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 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
97,918 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,323 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y607 RWH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y607 RWH was last recorded at 97,918 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Apr 2016: 74,393 miles, lower than 74,394 miles on 5 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
97,915 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,323 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,918 miles
  • 2024 – 95,410 miles
  • 2023 – 93,643 miles
  • 2022 – 90,827 miles
  • 2021 – 88,037 miles
  • 2020 – 85,833 miles
  • 2019 – 83,306 miles
  • 2018 – 81,236 miles
  • 2017 – 79,399 miles
  • 2016 – 74,393 miles
  • 2015 – 72,497 miles
  • 2014 – 69,718 miles
  • 2013 – 66,512 miles
  • 2012 – 63,112 miles
  • 2011 – 57,468 miles
  • 2010 – 53,513 miles
  • 2009 – 49,422 miles
  • 2008 – 45,093 miles
  • 2007 – 38,241 miles
  • 2006 – 31,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,918 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,918 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    97,918 miles
    Test number
    660915407699
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,915 miles (+2,505)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,915 miles
    Test number
    726503173279
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,410 miles (+1,767)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,410 miles
    Test number
    475655632333
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass93,643 miles (+6)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,643 miles
    Test number
    886092082568
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail93,637 miles (+2,810)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,637 miles
    Test number
    137365601787
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking Front to rear pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass90,827 miles (+2,790)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,827 miles
    Test number
    834408358362
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,037 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,037 miles
    Test number
    138474771811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail88,032 miles (+2,199)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,032 miles
    Test number
    737445470058
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass85,833 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,833 miles
    Test number
    770780945586
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front head lamp lens tarnished
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail85,831 miles (+2,525)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,831 miles
    Test number
    384474112613
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Saddle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Saddle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front head lamp lens tarnished
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass83,306 miles (+2,070)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,306 miles
    Test number
    612534222030
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake performance on min 16% limit due to nearside handbrake performance slightly low

  12. Pass81,236 miles (+1,837)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,236 miles
    Test number
    368636867407
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps tarnished

  13. Pass79,399 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    79,399 miles
    Test number
    690708466662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer wall perishing
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe flanges corroding

  14. Fail79,398 miles (+5,005)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,398 miles
    Test number
    287725342428
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer wall perishing
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe flanges corroding

  15. Pass74,393 miles (-1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,393 miles
    Test number
    575452610429
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component pinion seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Fail74,394 miles (+1,897)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,394 miles
    Test number
    842112789215
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play steering arm inner joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component pinion seal (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass72,497 miles (+2,779)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,497 miles
    Test number
    379350505162
    • AdvisoryTorque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak at gearbox area.

  18. Pass69,718 miles (+3,206)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    69,718 miles
    Test number
    718157484021
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront drag link bushes soft.slight wear at steering rack.service lamps on.

  19. Pass66,512 miles (+3,400)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    66,512 miles
    Test number
    116582103191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise cracks on front tyres

  20. Pass63,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,112 miles
    Test number
    859156112178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,112 miles (+5,644)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,112 miles
    Test number
    685446612172
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise nearside parking brake performance low

  22. Pass57,468 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,468 miles
    Test number
    758703011118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,456 miles (+3,943)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,456 miles
    Test number
    245022211120
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass53,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,513 miles
    Test number
    384193910112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,513 miles (+4,091)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,513 miles
    Test number
    140012510112
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass49,422 miles (+4,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    49,422 miles
    Test number
    202511519125
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Fail45,093 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,093 miles
    Test number
    171015118131
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  28. Pass45,093 miles (+6,852)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,093 miles
    Test number
    712605418152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass38,241 miles (+6,448)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    38,241 miles
    Test number
    431661677096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass31,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,793 miles
    Test number
    610443976008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y607 RWH

Does Y607 RWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y607 RWH is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y607 RWH?
The MOT on Y607 RWH is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y607 RWH done?
Y607 RWH was recorded at 97,918 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 3,323 miles a year.
Has Y607 RWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y607 RWH has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y607 RWH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y607 RWH find?
Y607 RWH passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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