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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

C8 EDEMOT history

C8 EDE is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 4 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 127,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
127,283 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 EDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
4 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 EDE was last recorded at 127,283 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,277 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
7,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,283 miles
  • 2025 – 122,770 miles
  • 2024 – 118,172 miles
  • 2023 – 113,439 miles
  • 2022 – 108,965 miles
  • 2021 – 106,026 miles
  • 2020 – 104,383 miles
  • 2019 – 98,990 miles
  • 2018 – 89,587 miles
  • 2017 – 76,803 miles
  • 2016 – 64,825 miles
  • 2015 – 53,358 miles
  • 2014 – 38,224 miles
  • 2013 – 35,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,283 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 31 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,283 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    127,283 miles
    Test number
    599153724601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail127,277 miles (+4,507)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,277 miles
    Test number
    667600167759
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm marked in yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass122,770 miles (+4,598)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    122,770 miles
    Test number
    469495922864
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 CHIPS IN WINDSCREEN (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH N/S AND O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH N/S AND O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH N/S AND O/S WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass118,172 miles (+5)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    118,172 miles
    Test number
    241013481233
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail118,167 miles (+4,728)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,167 miles
    Test number
    230049404246
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass113,439 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    113,439 miles
    Test number
    837943426321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail113,418 miles (+4,453)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,418 miles
    Test number
    612109731653
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass108,965 miles (+2,939)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,965 miles
    Test number
    576348739318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center of tread (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass106,026 miles (+1,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,026 miles
    Test number
    990536289218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass104,383 miles (+5,393)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    104,383 miles
    Test number
    129296222267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,990 miles (+9,403)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    98,990 miles
    Test number
    492054373160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,587 miles (+12,784)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    89,587 miles
    Test number
    618558026748
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber dust cover /bump stop perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear strut dust cover perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front strut dust cover perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber dust cover /bump stop perished
    • AdvisoryUnder cover fitted

  13. Pass76,803 miles (+11,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,803 miles
    Test number
    599470385525
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass64,825 miles (+11,467)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    64,825 miles
    Test number
    239263337781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,358 miles (+15,134)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    53,358 miles
    Test number
    268449315066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWashers weak

  16. Pass38,224 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    38,224 miles
    Test number
    816161524019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,651 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    35,651 miles
    Test number
    755424503306
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in steering coloum

Questions about C8 EDE

Does C8 EDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 EDE is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 EDE?
The MOT on C8 EDE is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 EDE done?
C8 EDE was recorded at 127,283 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 7,391 miles a year.
Has C8 EDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 EDE has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 EDE 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 C8 EDE find?
C8 EDE passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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