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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

LS16 RNVMOT history

LS16 RNV is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 29 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 156,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
156,289 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
16,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 RNV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 RNV was last recorded at 156,289 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 12,610 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,679 miles · 11 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
12,610 miles
Average per year
16,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,289 miles
  • 2025 – 133,923 miles
  • 2024 – 110,252 miles
  • 2023 – 90,560 miles
  • 2022 – 77,471 miles
  • 2021 – 50,664 miles
  • 2020 – 36,148 miles
  • 2019 – 28,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,289 miles

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.

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r and n/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both,

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both,

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,289 miles (+12,610)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    156,289 miles
    Test number
    298406998254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass143,679 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    143,679 miles
    Test number
    587146124963
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail143,672 miles (+9,749)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,672 miles
    Test number
    516818268610
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator o/s/r and n/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively o/s/r and n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass133,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    133,923 miles
    Test number
    840986524631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail133,922 miles (+11,428)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,922 miles
    Test number
    854099430691
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass122,494 miles (+12,242)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    122,494 miles
    Test number
    415135036970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass110,252 miles (+11,621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    110,252 miles
    Test number
    734034502187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread/225-55R17 (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass98,631 miles (+8,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    98,631 miles
    Test number
    791199967167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass90,560 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    90,560 miles
    Test number
    951592820517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,514 miles (+5,687)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,514 miles
    Test number
    298383964129
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low o/s/f and n/s/f (4.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass84,827 miles (+58)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    84,827 miles
    Test number
    948040857366
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail84,769 miles (+7,298)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,769 miles
    Test number
    216945201947
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, worn, cuts, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn, cuts, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass77,471 miles (+16,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,471 miles
    Test number
    450720349457
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass61,323 miles (+10,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    61,323 miles
    Test number
    883018392176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear differential mount bush damage
  15. Pass50,664 miles (+10,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    50,664 miles
    Test number
    411382760709
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  16. Pass40,521 miles (+4,373)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    40,521 miles
    Test number
    430369111505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,148 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    36,148 miles
    Test number
    854037325159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,861 miles (+7,230)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    35,861 miles
    Test number
    881964168003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,631 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    28,631 miles
    Test number
    509077973537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre feathered on the inner
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre feathered inner

Questions about LS16 RNV

Does LS16 RNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 RNV is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 RNV?
The MOT on LS16 RNV is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 RNV done?
LS16 RNV was recorded at 156,289 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 16,980 miles a year.
Has LS16 RNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 RNV has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 RNV 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 LS16 RNV find?
LS16 RNV passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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