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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

Y8 MBMMOT history

Y8 MBM is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 93,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

Y8 MBM white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
93,031 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 MBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
20 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 MBM was last recorded at 93,031 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 5,880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,151 miles · 30 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,880 miles
Average per year
6,996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,031 miles
  • 2024 – 87,151 miles
  • 2023 – 73,957 miles
  • 2022 – 67,760 miles
  • 2021 – 60,562 miles
  • 2020 – 55,966 miles
  • 2019 – 51,246 miles
  • 2018 – 38,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,031 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,031 miles (+5,880)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    93,031 miles
    Test number
    843497368334
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass87,151 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    87,151 miles
    Test number
    422379431834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail87,145 miles (+13,188)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,145 miles
    Test number
    306779061436
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass73,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    73,957 miles
    Test number
    537437057632
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail73,957 miles (+6,197)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,957 miles
    Test number
    152601648647
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass67,760 miles (+7,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    67,760 miles
    Test number
    902992778313
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre inner edge worn low/out of shape, close to the legal limit.
  7. Pass60,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    60,562 miles
    Test number
    117141163517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail60,562 miles (+4,596)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,562 miles
    Test number
    595200134306
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass55,966 miles (+4,720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    55,966 miles
    Test number
    508107337901
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass51,246 miles (+3,291)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    51,246 miles
    Test number
    401241873592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,955 miles (+9,162)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    47,955 miles
    Test number
    214361359369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,793 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    38,793 miles
    Test number
    107633336723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail38,789 miles1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,789 miles
    Test number
    397317162081
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Questions about Y8 MBM

Does Y8 MBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 MBM is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 MBM?
The MOT on Y8 MBM is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 MBM done?
Y8 MBM was recorded at 93,031 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 6,996 miles a year.
Has Y8 MBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 MBM has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on Y8 MBM 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 Y8 MBM find?
Y8 MBM passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, and 1 more.

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