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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

Y6 SNWMOT history

Y6 SNW is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 26 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 151,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
151,548 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y6 SNW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
26 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y6 SNW was last recorded at 151,548 miles on 26 May 2026, 13,292 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,256 miles · 24 May 2025
Between the last two tests
13,292 miles
Average per year
9,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,548 miles
  • 2025 – 138,256 miles
  • 2024 – 120,632 miles
  • 2023 – 109,030 miles
  • 2022 – 98,202 miles
  • 2021 – 91,469 miles
  • 2020 – 85,612 miles
  • 2019 – 80,760 miles
  • 2018 – 75,858 miles
  • 2017 – 70,843 miles
  • 2016 – 56,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,548 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 18 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,548 miles (+13,292)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    151,548 miles
    Test number
    940195230726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,256 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    138,256 miles
    Test number
    288825586112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Fail138,254 miles (+17,622)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,254 miles
    Test number
    608385011163
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass120,632 miles (+11,602)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    120,632 miles
    Test number
    852916331440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass109,030 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    109,030 miles
    Test number
    425258920643
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail109,006 miles (+10,804)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,006 miles
    Test number
    368053569661
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass98,202 miles (+6,733)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    98,202 miles
    Test number
    534134334255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,469 miles (+5,857)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    91,469 miles
    Test number
    142352541357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,612 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    85,612 miles
    Test number
    507045410907
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail85,612 miles (+4,852)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,612 miles
    Test number
    362167784321
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass80,760 miles (+4,902)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    80,760 miles
    Test number
    516571202726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,858 miles (+5,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    75,858 miles
    Test number
    933170154524
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass70,843 miles (+14,307)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,843 miles
    Test number
    115261777724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,536 miles
    Test number
    702062096985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y6 SNW

Does Y6 SNW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y6 SNW is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y6 SNW?
The MOT on Y6 SNW is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y6 SNW done?
Y6 SNW was recorded at 151,548 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 9,642 miles a year.
Has Y6 SNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y6 SNW has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2025.
Has the mileage on Y6 SNW 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 Y6 SNW find?
Y6 SNW passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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