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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

K8 USJMOT history

K8 USJ is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 14 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 114,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

K8 USJ grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
114,786 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 USJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 USJ was last recorded at 114,786 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,786 miles · 23 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,786 miles
  • 2025 – 109,689 miles
  • 2024 – 104,894 miles
  • 2023 – 101,286 miles
  • 2022 – 95,475 miles
  • 2021 – 90,592 miles
  • 2020 – 85,230 miles
  • 2019 – 76,551 miles
  • 2018 – 66,334 miles
  • 2017 – 60,026 miles
  • 2016 – 50,328 miles
  • 2015 – 41,511 miles
  • 2014 – 32,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,786 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,786 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    114,786 miles
    Test number
    421790014387
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail114,786 miles (+5,097)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,786 miles
    Test number
    149750686684
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass109,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    109,689 miles
    Test number
    130662181046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail109,688 miles (+4,794)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,688 miles
    Test number
    476697589087
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  5. Pass104,894 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    104,894 miles
    Test number
    193890906236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail104,884 miles (+3,598)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,884 miles
    Test number
    818154764558
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers adrift

  7. Pass101,286 miles (+5,811)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,286 miles
    Test number
    337701684124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,475 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    95,475 miles
    Test number
    136485535413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail95,463 miles (+4,871)2 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,463 miles
    Test number
    905323624554
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass90,592 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,592 miles
    Test number
    122386138884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail90,590 miles (+5,360)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,590 miles
    Test number
    428334939218
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator broken off (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass85,230 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    85,230 miles
    Test number
    293241366084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail85,230 miles (+8,679)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,230 miles
    Test number
    749093790301
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass76,551 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    76,551 miles
    Test number
    793509368761
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  15. Fail76,551 miles (+10,217)1 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,551 miles
    Test number
    382393309905
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  16. Pass66,334 miles (+6,308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,334 miles
    Test number
    104847667366
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll discs slightly pitted

  17. Pass60,026 miles (+9,698)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,026 miles
    Test number
    758010802900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,328 miles (+8,817)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,328 miles
    Test number
    117792185429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,511 miles (+9,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,511 miles
    Test number
    368936605400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  20. Pass32,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    32,443 miles
    Test number
    939608744271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 USJ

Does K8 USJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 USJ is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 USJ?
The MOT on K8 USJ is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 USJ done?
K8 USJ was recorded at 114,786 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 7,178 miles a year.
Has K8 USJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 USJ has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K8 USJ 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 K8 USJ find?
K8 USJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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