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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

N900 CAJMOT history

N900 CAJ is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 22 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 155,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

N900 CAJ grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
155,092 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N900 CAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
22 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N900 CAJ was last recorded at 155,092 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 5,050 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,042 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,050 miles
Average per year
9,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,092 miles
  • 2025 – 150,042 miles
  • 2024 – 146,531 miles
  • 2023 – 140,195 miles
  • 2022 – 129,489 miles
  • 2021 – 115,079 miles
  • 2020 – 100,431 miles
  • 2019 – 89,018 miles
  • 2018 – 78,953 miles
  • 2017 – 69,811 miles
  • 2016 – 62,480 miles
  • 2014 – 48,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,092 miles
  • AdvisoryChip in screen
  • AdvisoryOil leak engine

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.

  • Chips in screen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear no plate water marked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,092 miles (+5,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    155,092 miles
    Test number
    574061833577
    • AdvisoryChip in screen
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
  2. Pass150,042 miles (+70)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    150,042 miles
    Test number
    324530590768
    • AdvisoryChips in screen
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryRear no plate water marked
  3. Fail149,972 miles (+3,441)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,972 miles
    Test number
    472345383001
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChips in screen
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryRear no plate water marked
  4. Pass146,531 miles (+6,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    146,531 miles
    Test number
    370975294699
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass140,195 miles (+10,706)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    140,195 miles
    Test number
    424271222987
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass129,489 miles (+14,410)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    129,489 miles
    Test number
    500000945669
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass115,079 miles (+14,648)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,079 miles
    Test number
    102239608995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,431 miles
    Test number
    589025470057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,431 miles (+11,413)4 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,431 miles
    Test number
    828863676754
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested not tested due to condition of rear tyres (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective water inside headlight (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass89,018 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    89,018 miles
    Test number
    215863580688
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  11. Fail88,921 miles (+9,968)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,921 miles
    Test number
    788379520719
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass78,953 miles (+9,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,953 miles
    Test number
    530628098779
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass69,811 miles (+7,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,811 miles
    Test number
    126709836028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 60% worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 70% worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  14. Pass62,480 miles (+13,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,480 miles
    Test number
    842706062067
    • AdvisoryVarious covers and under trays restricting views
  15. Pass48,856 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,856 miles
    Test number
    599176164266
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about N900 CAJ

Does N900 CAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N900 CAJ is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on N900 CAJ?
The MOT on N900 CAJ is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N900 CAJ done?
N900 CAJ was recorded at 155,092 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 9,389 miles a year.
Has N900 CAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N900 CAJ has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on N900 CAJ 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 N900 CAJ find?
N900 CAJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: chip in screen; oil leak engine.

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