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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

Y7 PEKMOT history

Y7 PEK is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 9 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 102,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
102,261 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y7 PEK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
9 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y7 PEK was last recorded at 102,261 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,256 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,261 miles
  • 2025 – 98,369 miles
  • 2024 – 95,663 miles
  • 2023 – 92,628 miles
  • 2022 – 89,029 miles
  • 2021 – 84,790 miles
  • 2020 – 82,239 miles
  • 2019 – 76,395 miles
  • 2018 – 70,881 miles
  • 2017 – 63,656 miles
  • 2016 – 53,129 miles
  • 2015 – 45,373 miles
  • 2014 – 31,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,261 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine/gearbox and offside rear driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn pitted edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Rear prop shaft housing bushes perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,261 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    102,261 miles
    Test number
    255810144903
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine/gearbox and offside rear driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn pitted edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail102,256 miles (+3,887)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,256 miles
    Test number
    980772466157
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs worn corroded/pitted outer edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine/gearbox and offside rear driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass98,369 miles (+2,706)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,369 miles
    Test number
    756880004095
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm Pirelli Cinturato P7 245/45/18 96Y Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,663 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    95,663 miles
    Test number
    401916775738
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail95,661 miles (+3,033)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,661 miles
    Test number
    898337081256
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Pirelli Cinturato 275/40/18 99Y Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/40/18 99Y Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass92,628 miles (+3,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    92,628 miles
    Test number
    871210909904
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on approx 2.5mm

  7. Pass89,029 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,029 miles
    Test number
    592618746749
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Rear prop shaft housing bushes perishing (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  8. Fail89,027 miles (+4,237)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,027 miles
    Test number
    296774449499
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Rear prop shaft housing bushes perishing (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  9. Pass84,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,790 miles
    Test number
    169022898133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,786 miles (+2,547)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,786 miles
    Test number
    585806401669
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass82,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    82,239 miles
    Test number
    958934448965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,239 miles (+5,844)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,239 miles
    Test number
    256191342083
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass76,395 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    76,395 miles
    Test number
    972719598247
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail76,395 miles (+5,514)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,395 miles
    Test number
    832025417686
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass70,881 miles (+7,225)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,881 miles
    Test number
    258926425432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,656 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    63,656 miles
    Test number
    353677437308
    • AdvisoryDifferential rear mount split.
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear differential.

  17. Fail63,656 miles (+10,527)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,656 miles
    Test number
    273445653890
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryDifferential rear mount split.
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear differential.

  18. Pass53,129 miles (+7,756)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,129 miles
    Test number
    226346303582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    45,373 miles
    Test number
    609258795180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail45,373 miles (+13,801)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,373 miles
    Test number
    515868095188
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass31,572 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    31,572 miles
    Test number
    108674664145
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about Y7 PEK

Does Y7 PEK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y7 PEK is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y7 PEK?
The MOT on Y7 PEK is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y7 PEK done?
Y7 PEK was recorded at 102,261 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 5,865 miles a year.
Has Y7 PEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y7 PEK has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y7 PEK 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 Y7 PEK find?
Y7 PEK passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox and offside rear driveshaft seal; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn pitted edges, and 1 more.

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