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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

L16 KSAMOT history

L16 KSA is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 6 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 111,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
111,431 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 KSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
6 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 KSA was last recorded at 111,431 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 4,045 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,386 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,045 miles
Average per year
11,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,431 miles
  • 2025 – 107,386 miles
  • 2024 – 99,872 miles
  • 2023 – 86,251 miles
  • 2022 – 73,213 miles
  • 2021 – 57,891 miles
  • 2020 – 51,463 miles
  • 2019 – 29,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,431 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 14 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    111,431 miles
    Test number
    512941285537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail111,431 miles (+4,045)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,431 miles
    Test number
    813676071858
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass107,386 miles (+7,514)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    107,386 miles
    Test number
    899954034056
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass99,872 miles (+13,621)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    99,872 miles
    Test number
    644436875188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLow emissions diesel no print out for emissions
  5. Pass86,251 miles (+13,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    86,251 miles
    Test number
    212301865538
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLow emissions no printout for emissions
  6. Pass73,213 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    73,213 miles
    Test number
    152626939087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail73,213 miles (+15,322)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,213 miles
    Test number
    925261754737
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass57,891 miles (+6,428)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,891 miles
    Test number
    964861203221
    • AdvisoryLow emissions diesel no print out for emissions
  9. Pass51,463 miles (+219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    51,463 miles
    Test number
    488605417892
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  10. Fail51,244 miles (+21,426)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,244 miles
    Test number
    994007225783
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  11. Pass29,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    29,818 miles
    Test number
    924894275318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    29,818 miles
    Test number
    376901609667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 KSA

Does L16 KSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 KSA is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 KSA?
The MOT on L16 KSA is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 KSA done?
L16 KSA was recorded at 111,431 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 11,190 miles a year.
Has L16 KSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 KSA has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 KSA 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 L16 KSA find?
L16 KSA passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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