Official DVLA Record

1997 BMW 5202.0L Petrol

R45 BEW

Considering this 1997 BMW 520? It's a Petrol with a 1991cc engine showing 146,191 miles. MOT is not recorded and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 26/05/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1997
Engine
1991cc
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 17 May 2026, 02:00
MOT Test History Overview

This 1997 BMW 520 (R45 BEW) has a recorded MOT history spanning from April 2023 to May 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

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