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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

S16 KSPMOT history

S16 KSP is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 18 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 205,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S16 KSP black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
205,855 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 KSP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 KSP was last recorded at 205,855 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 5,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,604 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,251 miles
Average per year
10,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,855 miles
  • 2025 – 200,604 miles
  • 2024 – 193,358 miles
  • 2023 – 189,479 miles
  • 2022 – 184,518 miles
  • 2021 – 179,355 miles
  • 2020 – 161,155 miles
  • 2019 – 153,027 miles
  • 2018 – 135,191 miles
  • 2017 – 124,567 miles
  • 2016 – 118,107 miles
  • 2014 – 72,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,855 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Pedestrian protection system faulty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive onto exhaust !

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended.

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Split tailgate half working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,855 miles (+5,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    205,855 miles
    Test number
    412557799740
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass200,604 miles (+7,246)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    200,604 miles
    Test number
    677075796578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass193,358 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    193,358 miles
    Test number
    126688544752
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive onto exhaust ! (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail193,358 miles (+3,879)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,358 miles
    Test number
    510553559952
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive onto exhaust ! (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass189,479 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    189,479 miles
    Test number
    458650620398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySplit tailgate half working

  6. Fail189,478 miles (+4,960)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,478 miles
    Test number
    993523231432
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySplit tailgate half working

  7. Pass184,518 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    184,518 miles
    Test number
    341351155691
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear boot lid lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox bolts missing
    • AdvisoryPedestrian protection system faulty

  8. Fail184,518 miles (+5,163)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,518 miles
    Test number
    429768575443
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure resting on the dpf (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear boot lid lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox bolts missing
    • AdvisoryPedestrian protection system faulty

  9. Pass179,355 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    179,355 miles
    Test number
    879958158967
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot doesn't open carried out inspection through window
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryPedestrian protection system faulty

  10. Fail179,355 miles (+18,200)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,355 miles
    Test number
    362215224836
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot doesn't open carried out inspection through window
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryPedestrian protection system faulty

  11. Pass161,155 miles (+8,128)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    161,155 miles
    Test number
    910585490397
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass153,027 miles (+17,836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    153,027 miles
    Test number
    156104946305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass135,191 miles (+471)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    135,191 miles
    Test number
    150682557959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail134,720 miles (+10,153)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,720 miles
    Test number
    878354296365
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass124,567 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    124,567 miles
    Test number
    759965585515
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to access all testable items

  16. Fail124,567 miles (+6,460)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,567 miles
    Test number
    469956050118
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to access all testable items

  17. Pass118,107 miles (+11,078)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    118,107 miles
    Test number
    880365092829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass107,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    107,029 miles
    Test number
    904525847390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass141,250 km
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    141,250 km
    Test number
    695467715046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    72,581 miles
    Test number
    247453414033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 KSP

Does S16 KSP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 KSP is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 KSP?
The MOT on S16 KSP is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 KSP done?
S16 KSP was recorded at 205,855 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 10,484 miles a year.
Has S16 KSP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 KSP has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S16 KSP 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 S16 KSP find?
S16 KSP passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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