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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

K18 DWDMOT history

K18 DWD is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 9 Oct 2015. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 131,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

K18 DWD black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
131,841 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
13,246 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 DWD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
9 Oct 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 DWD was last recorded at 131,841 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 15,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
116,629 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
15,212 miles
Average per year
13,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,841 miles
  • 2025 – 116,629 miles
  • 2024 – 103,399 miles
  • 2023 – 88,660 miles
  • 2022 – 74,337 miles
  • 2021 – 63,393 miles
  • 2020 – 54,906 miles
  • 2019 – 43,260 miles
  • 2018 – 26,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,841 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

10 tests since 11 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,841 miles (+15,212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    131,841 miles
    Test number
    382579208794
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass116,629 miles (+13,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    116,629 miles
    Test number
    727494164127
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass103,399 miles (+14,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    103,399 miles
    Test number
    548757437211
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass88,660 miles (+14,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,660 miles
    Test number
    429647254548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass74,337 miles (+10,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    74,337 miles
    Test number
    726239912050
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass63,393 miles (+8,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,393 miles
    Test number
    391149799048
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass54,906 miles (+11,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    54,906 miles
    Test number
    779056837996
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass43,260 miles (+16,950)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    43,260 miles
    Test number
    456688589762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,310 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    26,310 miles
    Test number
    317348291626
    • 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))

  10. Fail26,310 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,310 miles
    Test number
    731535069106
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

Questions about K18 DWD

Does K18 DWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 DWD is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 DWD?
The MOT on K18 DWD is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 DWD done?
K18 DWD was recorded at 131,841 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 13,246 miles a year.
Has K18 DWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 DWD has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on K18 DWD 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 K18 DWD find?
K18 DWD passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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