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BMW 218

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,499 cc

N5 VSXMOT history

N5 VSX is a black petrol BMW 218 first used on 22 Dec 2017. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 5 of 7 MOT tests, with 52,349 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

N5 VSX black BMW 2 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
52,349 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
7
5 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 VSX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
218
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
22 Dec 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 VSX was last recorded at 52,349 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 5,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,561 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,788 miles
Average per year
6,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,349 miles
  • 2025 – 46,561 miles
  • 2024 – 35,977 miles
  • 2023 – 27,059 miles
  • 2020 – 18,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,349 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning product on lens.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning product on lens.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

7 tests since 11 Dec 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,349 miles (+5,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    52,349 miles
    Test number
    882725521053
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass46,561 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    46,561 miles
    Test number
    256529841668
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail46,561 miles (+10,584)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,561 miles
    Test number
    497231067500
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass35,977 miles (+8,918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    35,977 miles
    Test number
    107116045988
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  5. Pass27,059 miles (+8,968)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    27,059 miles
    Test number
    971010544524
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass18,091 miles (+207)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    18,091 miles
    Test number
    861843613383
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning product on lens. (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning product on lens. (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail17,884 miles4 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,884 miles
    Test number
    526712866665
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning product on lens. (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning product on lens. (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Questions about N5 VSX

Does N5 VSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 VSX is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on N5 VSX?
The MOT on N5 VSX is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 VSX done?
N5 VSX was recorded at 52,349 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 6,123 miles a year.
Has N5 VSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 VSX has failed 2 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on N5 VSX 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 N5 VSX find?
N5 VSX passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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