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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

J8 SUGMOT history

J8 SUG is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 137,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

J8 SUG silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
137,206 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 SUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 SUG was last recorded at 137,206 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,178 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
8,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,206 miles
  • 2025 – 128,576 miles
  • 2024 – 120,543 miles
  • 2023 – 111,705 miles
  • 2022 – 104,559 miles
  • 2021 – 98,109 miles
  • 2020 – 94,828 miles
  • 2019 – 84,214 miles
  • 2018 – 72,939 miles
  • 2017 – 64,612 miles
  • 2016 – 54,949 miles
  • 2015 – 42,143 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,206 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm and close to cords showing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 3mm close to cords showing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBoot hinges weakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Various components corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front both front tyres are wearing on inner and outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear n/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,206 miles (+28)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    137,206 miles
    Test number
    955192995532
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm and close to cords showing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 3mm close to cords showing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoot hinges weak

  2. Fail137,178 miles (+8,602)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,178 miles
    Test number
    766109138735
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/55x17 run flats (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel stud missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm and close to cords showing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 3mm close to cords showing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoot hinges weak

  3. Pass128,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    128,576 miles
    Test number
    513580232876
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail128,576 miles (+8,033)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,576 miles
    Test number
    369168884931
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad sensor cut by fouling wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass120,543 miles (+219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,543 miles
    Test number
    612878636029
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious components corroding

  6. Fail120,324 miles (+8,619)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,324 miles
    Test number
    579794815278
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious components corroding

  7. Pass111,705 miles (+7,146)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    111,705 miles
    Test number
    776657205540
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted

  8. Pass104,559 miles (+6,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,559 miles
    Test number
    654998252431
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass98,109 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,109 miles
    Test number
    840041204485
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail98,109 miles (+3,281)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,109 miles
    Test number
    224769658025
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass94,828 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    94,828 miles
    Test number
    130807447178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail94,766 miles (+10,552)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,766 miles
    Test number
    849544619912
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass84,214 miles (+11,275)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    84,214 miles
    Test number
    810579727916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,939 miles (+362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,939 miles
    Test number
    749039680448
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres are wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear n/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

  15. Fail72,577 miles (+7,965)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,577 miles
    Test number
    984632320830
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/55r17 (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres are wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear n/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

  16. Pass64,612 miles (+9,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,612 miles
    Test number
    922825949093
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn

  17. Pass54,949 miles (+12,806)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,949 miles
    Test number
    567806426404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,143 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,143 miles
    Test number
    219481105425
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about J8 SUG

Does J8 SUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 SUG is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 SUG?
The MOT on J8 SUG is valid until 15 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 SUG done?
J8 SUG was recorded at 137,206 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 8,720 miles a year.
Has J8 SUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 SUG has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 SUG 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 SUG find?
J8 SUG passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear inner position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm and close to cords showing inner edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 3mm close to cords showing inner edge, and 1 more.

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