The road tax status for BO53 OPU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BO53 OPU?

The MOT for BO53 OPU is valid and due for renewal on or before 24 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of BO53 OPU?

The recorded mileage for BO53 OPU is 170,593 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BO53 OPU ULEZ compliant?

No, BO53 OPU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

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2012 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · BO53 OPU

BO53 OPU

2012 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 20/04/2012. Recorded mileage 170,593 miles. MOT valid until 24/04/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 520
Year / Origin: 2012 · Birmingham
MOT Status: Valid until 24/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 170,593 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 170,593 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2012
Engine: 1995cc

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BO53 OPU Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 25/04/2026
170,593 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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BO53 OPU Mileage History

24/04/2023132,616 mi
26/04/2024137,921 mi+5,305 mi
25/04/2025154,143 mi+16,222 mi
25/04/2026170,593 mi+16,450 mi
25/04/2026170,593 mi

Average of roughly 12,645 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BO53 OPU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 06:42

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW 520 (BO53 OPU) between April 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))”.

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