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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

J8 EMMMOT history

J8 EMM is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 7 of 7 MOT tests, with 98,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

J8 EMM silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
98,558 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
7
7 passed · 0 failed
Per year
8,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 EMM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 EMM was last recorded at 98,558 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 4,366 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
94,192 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,366 miles
Average per year
8,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,558 miles
  • 2025 – 94,192 miles
  • 2023 – 80,374 miles
  • 2022 – 72,392 miles
  • 2021 – 61,395 miles
  • 2020 – 52,208 miles
  • 2019 – 37,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,558 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner set (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

7 tests since 29 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,558 miles (+4,366)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    98,558 miles
    Test number
    178246492669
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner set (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass94,192 miles (+13,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    94,192 miles
    Test number
    853038942604
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroding/pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass80,374 miles (+7,982)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    80,374 miles
    Test number
    913713892278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMinor damage to screen
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroding/pitting on inner friction surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass72,392 miles (+10,997)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    72,392 miles
    Test number
    399896738572
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass61,395 miles (+9,187)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    61,395 miles
    Test number
    245329054547
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass52,208 miles (+14,305)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    52,208 miles
    Test number
    788720830018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass37,903 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    37,903 miles
    Test number
    365040171342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about J8 EMM

Does J8 EMM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 EMM is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 EMM?
The MOT on J8 EMM is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 EMM done?
J8 EMM was recorded at 98,558 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 8,890 miles a year.
Has J8 EMM ever failed its MOT?
No. J8 EMM has passed all 7 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on J8 EMM 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 J8 EMM find?
J8 EMM passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 1 more.

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