The road tax status for Y874 BEC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for Y874 BEC?

The MOT for Y874 BEC is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of Y874 BEC?

The recorded mileage for Y874 BEC is 85,569 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is Y874 BEC ULEZ compliant?

No, Y874 BEC does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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2001 BMW 520 2.2L Petrol · Y874 BEC

Y874 BEC

2001 BMW 520 (2.2L, petrol). First registered 23/05/2001. Recorded mileage 85,569 miles. MOT valid until 14/04/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 520
Year / Origin: 2001 · Leeds
MOT Status: Valid until 14/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 85,569 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 85,569 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2001
Engine: 2171cc

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Y874 BEC Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2026
85,569 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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Y874 BEC Mileage History

01/03/202478,034 mi
15/04/202478,035 mi+1 mi
02/04/202581,037 mi+3,002 mi
16/04/202685,569 mi+4,532 mi
16/04/202685,569 mi

Average of roughly 3,546 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Y874 BEC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 03:00

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 BMW 520 (Y874 BEC) between March 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 16 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 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: “Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))”.

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