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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

NF 5947MOT history

NF 5947 is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 4 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 106,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

NF 5947 black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
106,557 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NF 5947
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NF 5947 was last recorded at 106,557 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 5,977 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
100,580 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,977 miles
Average per year
6,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,557 miles
  • 2025 – 100,580 miles
  • 2024 – 94,179 miles
  • 2023 – 88,748 miles
  • 2022 – 84,167 miles
  • 2021 – 78,100 miles
  • 2020 – 69,423 miles
  • 2019 – 61,731 miles
  • 2018 – 51,882 miles
  • 2017 – 45,036 miles
  • 2016 – 38,654 miles
  • 2015 – 29,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,557 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,557 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    106,557 miles
    Test number
    173431946156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. FailMileage not read2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    846474131037
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass100,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    100,580 miles
    Test number
    494072391458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,580 miles (+6,401)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,580 miles
    Test number
    909309298526
    • 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))

  5. Pass94,179 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    94,179 miles
    Test number
    785996912213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail94,179 miles (+5,431)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,179 miles
    Test number
    400689988277
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass88,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,748 miles
    Test number
    829844587621
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail88,748 miles (+4,581)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,748 miles
    Test number
    305341645922
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass84,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    84,167 miles
    Test number
    878807689214
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail84,167 miles (+6,067)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,167 miles
    Test number
    192426590138
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass78,100 miles (+8,677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    78,100 miles
    Test number
    391889195328
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass69,423 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    69,423 miles
    Test number
    720445781817
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  13. Fail69,423 miles (+7,692)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,423 miles
    Test number
    274608885778
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working o/s/f sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  14. Pass61,731 miles (+9,849)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    61,731 miles
    Test number
    713897308545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,882 miles (+6,846)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    51,882 miles
    Test number
    992825787278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,036 miles (+6,382)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    45,036 miles
    Test number
    582616645377
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted covering some components

  17. Pass38,654 miles (+8,895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,654 miles
    Test number
    879170963099
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass29,759 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    29,759 miles
    Test number
    485529335277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about NF 5947

What vehicle is registration NF 5947 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NF 5947 on a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 4 Oct 2012. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does NF 5947 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NF 5947 is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on NF 5947?
The MOT on NF 5947 is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NF 5947 done?
NF 5947 was recorded at 106,557 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 6,919 miles a year.
Has NF 5947 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NF 5947 has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on NF 5947 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 NF 5947 find?
NF 5947 passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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