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BMW 320

Grey · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

C5 AXJMOT history

C5 AXJ is a grey diesel BMW 320 first used on 31 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 5 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 59,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Sept 2027
Mileage
59,868 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,395 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 AXJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
320
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 AXJ was last recorded at 59,868 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 4,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,312 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,556 miles
Average per year
6,395 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,868 miles
  • 2025 – 55,312 miles
  • 2024 – 45,379 miles
  • 2023 – 35,358 miles
  • 2022 – 30,026 miles
  • 2021 – 24,756 miles
  • 2020 – 21,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,868 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted to vehicle at time of test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

11 tests since 23 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,868 miles (+4,556)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    59,868 miles
    Test number
    121518425029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass55,312 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    55,312 miles
    Test number
    996467380273
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective smearing, blades cleaned, blades worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 front to rear pipes to both nsr and osr positions, rearward at hose/caliper ends, pipes swelling slightly under coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Fail55,312 miles (+9,933)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,312 miles
    Test number
    691919085244
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective smearing, blades cleaned, blades worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 front to rear pipes to both nsr and osr positions, rearward at hose/caliper ends, pipes swelling slightly under coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass45,379 miles (+2,254)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    45,379 miles
    Test number
    821680840917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass43,125 miles (+7,767)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    43,125 miles
    Test number
    700743144592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass35,358 miles (+5,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    35,358 miles
    Test number
    915404796711
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to vehicle at time of test
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Pass30,026 miles (+5,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    30,026 miles
    Test number
    220459577177
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass24,756 miles (+3,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    24,756 miles
    Test number
    894172744378
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass21,086 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    21,086 miles
    Test number
    110042797179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to vehicle at time of test

  10. Fail21,086 miles1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,086 miles
    Test number
    884139840218
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to vehicle at time of test

  11. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    775195349181
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about C5 AXJ

Does C5 AXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 AXJ is valid until 5 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 AXJ?
The MOT on C5 AXJ is valid until 5 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 AXJ done?
C5 AXJ was recorded at 59,868 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 6,395 miles a year.
Has C5 AXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 AXJ has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 AXJ 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 C5 AXJ find?
C5 AXJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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